Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Russell County, VA
I’m passionate about supporting children and families in a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where they feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow. With over 7 years of experience working with children, including children with special needs, I understand that every child has unique strengths, challenges, and ways of experiencing the world.
I specialize in helping children navigate emotional, behavioral, social, and developmental challenges while also supporting parents through coaching, education, and practical strategies that can strengthen family relationships and improve daily functioning.
I’m passionate about supporting children and families in a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where they feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow. With over 7 years of experience working with children, including children with special needs, I understand that every child has unique strengths, challenges, and ways of experiencing the world.
I specialize in helping children navigate emotional, behavioral, social, and developmental challenges while also supporting parents through coaching, education, and practical strategies that can strengthen family relationships and improve daily functioning.
Maybe you’ve tried to explain what you’re carrying and couldn’t find the words. Or maybe you know exactly what’s wrong and just need somewhere safe to say it out loud. Wherever you land, you’re welcome here.
I became a therapist because I know firsthand what it means to move through life feeling unseen. My goal is simple: to be the consistent, grounding presence that helps you feel safe enough to do real work — and seen enough to believe it’s worth doing.
Maybe you’ve tried to explain what you’re carrying and couldn’t find the words. Or maybe you know exactly what’s wrong and just need somewhere safe to say it out loud. Wherever you land, you’re welcome here.
I became a therapist because I know firsthand what it means to move through life feeling unseen. My goal is simple: to be the consistent, grounding presence that helps you feel safe enough to do real work — and seen enough to believe it’s worth doing.
I would love to invite you to sit with me and allow me to help you navigate through your issues. It is always an honor to meet and help new people. I am client centered to meet you where you are and help you achieve your goals and identify how to do that. I am compassionate, a great listener and respect others and their journey. I am calm and soothing in my communication style but honest and directive when needed.
I would love to invite you to sit with me and allow me to help you navigate through your issues. It is always an honor to meet and help new people. I am client centered to meet you where you are and help you achieve your goals and identify how to do that. I am compassionate, a great listener and respect others and their journey. I am calm and soothing in my communication style but honest and directive when needed.
These techniques can come from CBT, DBT, solution-focused, and others.
I work with a variety of concerns, including ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, and attachment challenges. I also have several years of experience in foster care, where I supported children and teens through the unique difficulties that come with that system. These experiences have given me a deep appreciation for resilience and the many different paths people take toward healing.
These techniques can come from CBT, DBT, solution-focused, and others.
I work with a variety of concerns, including ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, and attachment challenges. I also have several years of experience in foster care, where I supported children and teens through the unique difficulties that come with that system. These experiences have given me a deep appreciation for resilience and the many different paths people take toward healing.
Are you curious about how your past experiences shape your present? Ready to explore deeper, unpack old patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self? If you're open to self-reflection and growth, I can provide a safe space for healing and insight. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, confidence, and a more fulfilling life. Taking that first step can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone—I’m here to support your journey.
Are you curious about how your past experiences shape your present? Ready to explore deeper, unpack old patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self? If you're open to self-reflection and growth, I can provide a safe space for healing and insight. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, confidence, and a more fulfilling life. Taking that first step can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone—I’m here to support your journey.
Every person carries a story uniquely their own, & in the moments when challenges arise, finding someone truly steady and compassionate can feel rare. It is important to me for my clients to feel that they are heard, accepted, & understood. I bring a genuine, direct approach to supporting your goals, and that may occasionally involve challenging certain ideas.
I specialize with individuals navigating: anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, self harm, suicidal ideations, trauma, & life transitions. While I work especially well with teens through individuals in their 30s, I welcome clients of all backgrounds and stages of life.
Every person carries a story uniquely their own, & in the moments when challenges arise, finding someone truly steady and compassionate can feel rare. It is important to me for my clients to feel that they are heard, accepted, & understood. I bring a genuine, direct approach to supporting your goals, and that may occasionally involve challenging certain ideas.
I specialize with individuals navigating: anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, self harm, suicidal ideations, trauma, & life transitions. While I work especially well with teens through individuals in their 30s, I welcome clients of all backgrounds and stages of life.
For many years, I have been dedicated to working with individuals who struggle with many challenges that life has to bring. While we all face challenges, sometimes there are hardships or circumstances that leave us feeling like things are out of our control. I am passionate about working with individuals who are having difficulties with managing intense emotions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship difficulties, stress management, and other difficulties in life.
For many years, I have been dedicated to working with individuals who struggle with many challenges that life has to bring. While we all face challenges, sometimes there are hardships or circumstances that leave us feeling like things are out of our control. I am passionate about working with individuals who are having difficulties with managing intense emotions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship difficulties, stress management, and other difficulties in life.
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you’re looking for a therapist who radiates warmth and positivity—someone who can create a safe and nurturing space where your child can heal and grow. You want an experienced professional with over two decades of expertise in play therapy and trauma recovery, who truly understands the unique needs of children aged 3 to 17. Whether your child is navigating PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other challenges, you’re seeking more than just a therapist—you want a compassionate partner who will walk alongside your family on the path to healing and resilience.
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you’re looking for a therapist who radiates warmth and positivity—someone who can create a safe and nurturing space where your child can heal and grow. You want an experienced professional with over two decades of expertise in play therapy and trauma recovery, who truly understands the unique needs of children aged 3 to 17. Whether your child is navigating PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other challenges, you’re seeking more than just a therapist—you want a compassionate partner who will walk alongside your family on the path to healing and resilience.
I use trauma-informed, evidence-based methods—including parts work, somatic & mindfulness practices, relational/emotion-focused therapies, EMDR, CBT, & attachment-based perspectives—to support adolescents, adults, and couples facing anxiety, depression, identity/self-esteem challenges, life transitions, trauma, relationship struggles, infidelity, and grief.
Each of us carries a story - a rich history of experiences and relationships that shape who we are and how we move through the world. Wherever you find yourself on your journey, you deserve a compassionate, encouraging space to support your path toward greater self-acceptance, authentic growth, and meaningful healing. My approach is deeply client-centered and holistic. Knowing that no two paths are alike, I collaborate with you to ensure our work honors your unique experience within a respectful, inclusive environment that embraces all identities and backgrounds.
I use trauma-informed, evidence-based methods—including parts work, somatic & mindfulness practices, relational/emotion-focused therapies, EMDR, CBT, & attachment-based perspectives—to support adolescents, adults, and couples facing anxiety, depression, identity/self-esteem challenges, life transitions, trauma, relationship struggles, infidelity, and grief.
Each of us carries a story - a rich history of experiences and relationships that shape who we are and how we move through the world. Wherever you find yourself on your journey, you deserve a compassionate, encouraging space to support your path toward greater self-acceptance, authentic growth, and meaningful healing. My approach is deeply client-centered and holistic. Knowing that no two paths are alike, I collaborate with you to ensure our work honors your unique experience within a respectful, inclusive environment that embraces all identities and backgrounds.
Kristian Delaney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
If you have ever asked yourself "why do I do this," or "why do I feel this way," I want you to know those are valid questions and the answers are not out of reach. I believe that you deserve the best version of yourself that you can have and that includes working through past trauma/experiences, anxiety, self-esteem, and other concerns. I have dedicated myself to help clients understand themselves more, help process and heal through, and assist in the journey of life. I believe you deserve to live life fully the way you want to, as who you are, and I use my expertise to support you wherever you are in the process.
If you have ever asked yourself "why do I do this," or "why do I feel this way," I want you to know those are valid questions and the answers are not out of reach. I believe that you deserve the best version of yourself that you can have and that includes working through past trauma/experiences, anxiety, self-esteem, and other concerns. I have dedicated myself to help clients understand themselves more, help process and heal through, and assist in the journey of life. I believe you deserve to live life fully the way you want to, as who you are, and I use my expertise to support you wherever you are in the process.
Online Therapists
I help clients understand what drives their behaviors and identify changes that have been hard to sustain alone. Together, we uncover patterns that keep them stuck and create lasting shifts. Clients learn that life isn’t black and white—embracing its gray areas brings clarity, flexibility, and healing. They reframe unhelpful thoughts, gain new perspectives, and feel empowered to move beyond self-defeating beliefs.
I help clients understand what drives their behaviors and identify changes that have been hard to sustain alone. Together, we uncover patterns that keep them stuck and create lasting shifts. Clients learn that life isn’t black and white—embracing its gray areas brings clarity, flexibility, and healing. They reframe unhelpful thoughts, gain new perspectives, and feel empowered to move beyond self-defeating beliefs.
Lewis offers an eclectic approach to therapy by drawing from several different modalities including DBT, CBT, ACT, MBCT, Psychoanalytic, Solution-focused, and several others.
Licensed in VA and WV, Mr. Lewis works diligently on examining thought patterns and processes that you may have been allowing to control your actions and mood for far, far too long! Mr. Lewis offers personalized therapy to clients, both neurotypical and neurodivergent, dealing with issues related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, autism, ADHD, oppositional defiance, and compulsive behaviors. We take great pride in providing professional, top-quality, and effective mental health services and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to work with each individual.
Lewis offers an eclectic approach to therapy by drawing from several different modalities including DBT, CBT, ACT, MBCT, Psychoanalytic, Solution-focused, and several others.
Licensed in VA and WV, Mr. Lewis works diligently on examining thought patterns and processes that you may have been allowing to control your actions and mood for far, far too long! Mr. Lewis offers personalized therapy to clients, both neurotypical and neurodivergent, dealing with issues related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, autism, ADHD, oppositional defiance, and compulsive behaviors. We take great pride in providing professional, top-quality, and effective mental health services and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to work with each individual.
Calmed Counseling & Consulting LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
An update as of August 2025:
Katie Hash & Denise Bernardini, Residents in Counseling and Kendra Smith, LCSW are accepting new clients in Blacksburg & Radford. Chloe Scales, Resident is accepting new clients in Blacksburg. Ellie Schultz, Resident in Counseling is accepting clients for TeleHealth.
Aaron Gleaves, LPC, Maria Flaccavento, LPC, Stacey Bolt, LPC are not accepting new clients. Please send an email, leave a voicemail or submit an inquiry through our website if you are interested in becoming a new client.
An update as of August 2025:
Katie Hash & Denise Bernardini, Residents in Counseling and Kendra Smith, LCSW are accepting new clients in Blacksburg & Radford. Chloe Scales, Resident is accepting new clients in Blacksburg. Ellie Schultz, Resident in Counseling is accepting clients for TeleHealth.
Aaron Gleaves, LPC, Maria Flaccavento, LPC, Stacey Bolt, LPC are not accepting new clients. Please send an email, leave a voicemail or submit an inquiry through our website if you are interested in becoming a new client.
Kim Adams Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCQS, NCC
3 Endorsed
Galax, VA 24333
Focusing on your strengths through the lens of positive psychology, I utilize elements of CBT, DBT, solution-focused and person-centered therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming for a number of reasons. You may feel that it is out of control and you are not functioning at your optimal state. Stress from school, work, and life transitions can sometimes leave you feeling "stuck" or burned-out. Relationships are complex. Grief and loss can feel unbearable. Depression and anxiety are often road blocks to success. Your feelings are valid. Your experience is real, and should be handled with respect and care. Counseling is a unique expereince where you will be provided with non-judgemental, uncondtional positive regard and a safe place and time dedicated just to your wellbeing.
Focusing on your strengths through the lens of positive psychology, I utilize elements of CBT, DBT, solution-focused and person-centered therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming for a number of reasons. You may feel that it is out of control and you are not functioning at your optimal state. Stress from school, work, and life transitions can sometimes leave you feeling "stuck" or burned-out. Relationships are complex. Grief and loss can feel unbearable. Depression and anxiety are often road blocks to success. Your feelings are valid. Your experience is real, and should be handled with respect and care. Counseling is a unique expereince where you will be provided with non-judgemental, uncondtional positive regard and a safe place and time dedicated just to your wellbeing.
MountainWELL Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS
Bluefield, VA 24605
At MountainWELL Counseling, we believe in the resilience and strength that the mountains symbolize. Just as the mountains stand tall and unwavering through the seasons, we support our clients in finding their inner strength. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, our practice offers a serene and nurturing environment where you can embark on your journey to wellness.
At MountainWELL Counseling, we believe in the resilience and strength that the mountains symbolize. Just as the mountains stand tall and unwavering through the seasons, we support our clients in finding their inner strength. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, our practice offers a serene and nurturing environment where you can embark on your journey to wellness.
I view therapy as a precious investment of your values and vulnerabilities, so I aim to honor that investment with my commitment to your well-being. Through a nonjudgmental, authentic and compassionate stance, I strive to create a safe and collaborative space for you to explore sensitive issues, experiment with new behaviors, and work towards what matters to you. Whether you'd like to improve the quality of your relationship(s) or address mental health challenges, such as anxiety, including OCD, depression, loss, life transition, trauma and addiction, I will wholeheartedly support your efforts in fulfilling these goals.
I view therapy as a precious investment of your values and vulnerabilities, so I aim to honor that investment with my commitment to your well-being. Through a nonjudgmental, authentic and compassionate stance, I strive to create a safe and collaborative space for you to explore sensitive issues, experiment with new behaviors, and work towards what matters to you. Whether you'd like to improve the quality of your relationship(s) or address mental health challenges, such as anxiety, including OCD, depression, loss, life transition, trauma and addiction, I will wholeheartedly support your efforts in fulfilling these goals.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia. I work full-time at a residential substance use facility and part-time providing therapy online for individuals with mental health or co-occurring diagnoses. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe you are the expert on your story and have many strengths that will help you overcome the challenges you face. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I hope you are proud of yourself for getting started!
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia. I work full-time at a residential substance use facility and part-time providing therapy online for individuals with mental health or co-occurring diagnoses. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe you are the expert on your story and have many strengths that will help you overcome the challenges you face. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I hope you are proud of yourself for getting started!
My name is Dr. Cynthia Chausse, and I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia and a licensed mental health counselor in Florida.
My name is Dr. Cynthia Chausse, and I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia and a licensed mental health counselor in Florida.
While my goal is to always meet the client where they are, my approach is based in CBT, and includes specific training in trauma focused therapy, DBT, and person-centered modalities to tailor the therapeutic
My approach to clients and the therapeutic relationship is based on both professional and personal experience that has nurtured my ability to approach challenges and life events that have brought one to counseling with compassion, practiced skill , and a unique perspective that lends itself to a genuine, authentic connection between counselor and client, which I feel is the foundation to any effective therapeutic experience.
While my goal is to always meet the client where they are, my approach is based in CBT, and includes specific training in trauma focused therapy, DBT, and person-centered modalities to tailor the therapeutic
My approach to clients and the therapeutic relationship is based on both professional and personal experience that has nurtured my ability to approach challenges and life events that have brought one to counseling with compassion, practiced skill , and a unique perspective that lends itself to a genuine, authentic connection between counselor and client, which I feel is the foundation to any effective therapeutic experience.
Life can be confusing, overwhelming, or just plain messy, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m Celina Pearson, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Virginia with three years of experience supporting individuals in community mental health and outpatient counseling settings. My approach is eclectic and personalized, drawing from person-centered therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to meet you where you are and help you move forward.
Life can be confusing, overwhelming, or just plain messy, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m Celina Pearson, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Virginia with three years of experience supporting individuals in community mental health and outpatient counseling settings. My approach is eclectic and personalized, drawing from person-centered therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to meet you where you are and help you move forward.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.