UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH Therapists in Salem, VA
Christina Dormstetter-O'Keefe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with individuals from adolescence to older adults who want to improve their ability to enjoy life. I have particular strengths in supporting individuals in management of anxiety, stress, and depression as well as chronic medical conditions such as cancer. I think it is important for each individual to be able to identify strengths and value in themselves independent of societal norms and pressures.
I enjoy working with individuals from adolescence to older adults who want to improve their ability to enjoy life. I have particular strengths in supporting individuals in management of anxiety, stress, and depression as well as chronic medical conditions such as cancer. I think it is important for each individual to be able to identify strengths and value in themselves independent of societal norms and pressures.
Are you looking to enhance your well-being, find support through a life transition or reduce stress? Westmoreland Counseling Services works with adults (18+), couples, and families to foster meaningful, lasting improvements in mood, relationships, physical health, sleep, and more—at a pace that aligns with your unique goals.
Are you looking to enhance your well-being, find support through a life transition or reduce stress? Westmoreland Counseling Services works with adults (18+), couples, and families to foster meaningful, lasting improvements in mood, relationships, physical health, sleep, and more—at a pace that aligns with your unique goals.
I know how important it is to have someone who will listen. I enjoy hearing others life experience, walking alongside them in vulnerable moments, and having authentic moments of honesty, openness, and healing. The goal of counseling is not knowing everything at the start (or even the finish!) but being willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to share. I enjoy helping others gain understanding about themselves and their world, make progress towards their life goals, and feel more stable in their actions and direction. I look forward to helping you with skills and knowledge that you will act on between sessions and beyond.
I know how important it is to have someone who will listen. I enjoy hearing others life experience, walking alongside them in vulnerable moments, and having authentic moments of honesty, openness, and healing. The goal of counseling is not knowing everything at the start (or even the finish!) but being willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to share. I enjoy helping others gain understanding about themselves and their world, make progress towards their life goals, and feel more stable in their actions and direction. I look forward to helping you with skills and knowledge that you will act on between sessions and beyond.
Difficult life experiences often make us feel powerless, overwhelmed, and like our voice was taken from us. My goal is to help you find your voice and to empower you to make changes to reach your therapeutic goals as I support you with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment. First and foremost, I strive to make my clients feel seen, heard, and accepted.
Difficult life experiences often make us feel powerless, overwhelmed, and like our voice was taken from us. My goal is to help you find your voice and to empower you to make changes to reach your therapeutic goals as I support you with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment. First and foremost, I strive to make my clients feel seen, heard, and accepted.
If you’re looking to explore deeper emotional patterns in your life and relationships, I offer a warm, thoughtful, and relational approach to therapy. My work is rooted in connection and authenticity, creating a space where you can feel understood, supported, and able to engage at your own pace. Clients often find this allows for meaningful insight and lasting change.
If you’re looking to explore deeper emotional patterns in your life and relationships, I offer a warm, thoughtful, and relational approach to therapy. My work is rooted in connection and authenticity, creating a space where you can feel understood, supported, and able to engage at your own pace. Clients often find this allows for meaningful insight and lasting change.
Growth can be such a complicated and overwhelming experience. It can be hard to navigate through these challenges as you explore your ever changing identity, relationships, and environment. Sometimes your feelings can become so big and consuming that you might act out in ways that can be harmful to yourself or others around you. I want you to know that you don’t have to struggle through these big changes and challenges alone.
Growth can be such a complicated and overwhelming experience. It can be hard to navigate through these challenges as you explore your ever changing identity, relationships, and environment. Sometimes your feelings can become so big and consuming that you might act out in ways that can be harmful to yourself or others around you. I want you to know that you don’t have to struggle through these big changes and challenges alone.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but I am here to make the process as comfortable and safe as possible. I take a holistic, trauma-informed approach to therapy, recognizing how our environment and history shape our well-being. Therapy is a partnership, and I tailor my approach to fit each individual, ensuring that you feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way. I believe in creating a sacred healing space where my clients can explore their challenges and define what a meaningful life looks like for them.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but I am here to make the process as comfortable and safe as possible. I take a holistic, trauma-informed approach to therapy, recognizing how our environment and history shape our well-being. Therapy is a partnership, and I tailor my approach to fit each individual, ensuring that you feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way. I believe in creating a sacred healing space where my clients can explore their challenges and define what a meaningful life looks like for them.
Not sure which therapist is right for you? We can help. Feeling stuck in the same patterns no matter how hard you try to change? We work with adults and teens (12+) in Roanoke, Salem, and throughout Virginia who struggle with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, overthinking, low self-worth, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed. Many of our clients have spent years taking care of everyone else while ignoring their own needs. Our team specializes in trauma therapy and will help match you with the therapist who best fits your goals, personality, and needs so you can create meaningful, lasting change.
Not sure which therapist is right for you? We can help. Feeling stuck in the same patterns no matter how hard you try to change? We work with adults and teens (12+) in Roanoke, Salem, and throughout Virginia who struggle with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, overthinking, low self-worth, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed. Many of our clients have spent years taking care of everyone else while ignoring their own needs. Our team specializes in trauma therapy and will help match you with the therapist who best fits your goals, personality, and needs so you can create meaningful, lasting change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over six years of experience working with adolescents and adults ages 14+. My background includes helping individuals as they navigate substance use recovery, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss, and major life transitions. I also have experience supporting LGBTQ+ clients and strive to provide affirming, inclusive care where all identities are welcomed and valued. I have a specialization in trauma informed art therapy, which helps me support healing with my clients without having to re-live negative experiences.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over six years of experience working with adolescents and adults ages 14+. My background includes helping individuals as they navigate substance use recovery, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss, and major life transitions. I also have experience supporting LGBTQ+ clients and strive to provide affirming, inclusive care where all identities are welcomed and valued. I have a specialization in trauma informed art therapy, which helps me support healing with my clients without having to re-live negative experiences.
I am Shannon, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with approximately 10 years of experience in providing mental health services in multiple environments. I have had the opportunity to work in private practice, university counseling centers, and crisis services. I have worked with clients facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, abuse histories, relationship issues, stress, life changes, personal growth, and family of origin issues.
I am Shannon, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with approximately 10 years of experience in providing mental health services in multiple environments. I have had the opportunity to work in private practice, university counseling centers, and crisis services. I have worked with clients facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, abuse histories, relationship issues, stress, life changes, personal growth, and family of origin issues.
Dr. Margretta Austin, LCSW, DSW provides in person and virtual Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, and Couples Therapy. The practice services individuals, families, and couples. The practice has an emphasis on adolescent's mental health. Dr. Margretta Austin, LCSW, DSW has worked in the child welfare foster care unit in the independent living program, which included youth 14 and up. She has dedicated most of her time advocating for individuals who spent time in the foster care system.
Dr. Margretta Austin, LCSW, DSW provides in person and virtual Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, and Couples Therapy. The practice services individuals, families, and couples. The practice has an emphasis on adolescent's mental health. Dr. Margretta Austin, LCSW, DSW has worked in the child welfare foster care unit in the independent living program, which included youth 14 and up. She has dedicated most of her time advocating for individuals who spent time in the foster care system.
Providing a non-judgmental environment meeting you with openness, fairness, dignity, and respect is Jeff’s main goal as he helps to build your emotional resilience. Together engaging in therapy that will best support your needs, utilizing your personal strengths, goals, and creating appropriate strategies to help you succeed. Jeff honors the connection between mind, body and spirit; recognizing the holistic view of the client’s needs. Jeff provides quality services to adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions, and other issues that may bring them to therapy.
Providing a non-judgmental environment meeting you with openness, fairness, dignity, and respect is Jeff’s main goal as he helps to build your emotional resilience. Together engaging in therapy that will best support your needs, utilizing your personal strengths, goals, and creating appropriate strategies to help you succeed. Jeff honors the connection between mind, body and spirit; recognizing the holistic view of the client’s needs. Jeff provides quality services to adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions, and other issues that may bring them to therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in old patterns? As a Licensed Professional Counselor I have built a reputation in our community for the ability to make meaningful and transformative connections. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Many of the people I work with are students, professionals, parents, and veterans who are seeking more than just symptom relief—they want to build resilience, heal old wounds, and live with greater presence and purpose, while developing practical skills to improve quality of life and relationships.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in old patterns? As a Licensed Professional Counselor I have built a reputation in our community for the ability to make meaningful and transformative connections. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Many of the people I work with are students, professionals, parents, and veterans who are seeking more than just symptom relief—they want to build resilience, heal old wounds, and live with greater presence and purpose, while developing practical skills to improve quality of life and relationships.
Hello, my name is Ebony and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. As a trained and experienced therapist, I value continued learning and believe in personal and professional growth. This being one of the reasons I pursued specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for the treatment of trauma and PTSD. While working in the mental health field over the years, I have gained diverse experience helping people from all walks of life and value this experience and meeting people-exactly where they are, collaborating to move forward together.
Hello, my name is Ebony and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. As a trained and experienced therapist, I value continued learning and believe in personal and professional growth. This being one of the reasons I pursued specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for the treatment of trauma and PTSD. While working in the mental health field over the years, I have gained diverse experience helping people from all walks of life and value this experience and meeting people-exactly where they are, collaborating to move forward together.
Member: Veterans Administration Community Care Network. I strive to create a safe and supportive experience in our work together as you move toward wholeness, stability, and peace. I use a number of proven strategies that are tailored to your needs to help you achieve your goals. Some of the techniques I use are EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotional Freedom Technique, to name a few.
Member: Veterans Administration Community Care Network. I strive to create a safe and supportive experience in our work together as you move toward wholeness, stability, and peace. I use a number of proven strategies that are tailored to your needs to help you achieve your goals. Some of the techniques I use are EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotional Freedom Technique, to name a few.
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.
I want to provide an environment where you feel like you can be your best self. This happens by providing a safe space for you to feel cozy, welcomed and heard. When you are in the right space and with the right person, it gives you the ability to be open to discuss any issues or concerns to improve and become the best version of you.
I want to provide an environment where you feel like you can be your best self. This happens by providing a safe space for you to feel cozy, welcomed and heard. When you are in the right space and with the right person, it gives you the ability to be open to discuss any issues or concerns to improve and become the best version of you.
Emily
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA Ed, LPC, NCC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I'm here to create a safe and welcoming space where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment or pressure to have it all figured out. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by life, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or simply want a place to talk things through, I am here to listen, support you, and walk alongside you at your own pace. Together we will work to better understand what you're going through and move toward greater clarity, connection, and self-compassion.
I'm here to create a safe and welcoming space where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment or pressure to have it all figured out. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by life, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or simply want a place to talk things through, I am here to listen, support you, and walk alongside you at your own pace. Together we will work to better understand what you're going through and move toward greater clarity, connection, and self-compassion.
My private practice serves individuals from toddlers to adults. I specialize in Trauma & Attachment; provide services for issues such as: neglect, physical/sexual abuse, trauma, emotional, behavior and mood disorders. Also work with those experiencing school, home & child care problems. Adult specialties: individual, couples & family counseling; divorce, anger management, DV, sub abuse exposure, and trauma solution. I have extensive experience working with those who are trying to cope within the Child Welfare system.
My private practice serves individuals from toddlers to adults. I specialize in Trauma & Attachment; provide services for issues such as: neglect, physical/sexual abuse, trauma, emotional, behavior and mood disorders. Also work with those experiencing school, home & child care problems. Adult specialties: individual, couples & family counseling; divorce, anger management, DV, sub abuse exposure, and trauma solution. I have extensive experience working with those who are trying to cope within the Child Welfare system.
I believe that people and communities have the power to heal. Therapy can be an important part of that process. As your therapist, I will invite you to radically imagine a world in which you feel the most safe and free. From that imagination, we will develop a roadmap towards your vision based on where you are at this exact moment.
I believe that people and communities have the power to heal. Therapy can be an important part of that process. As your therapist, I will invite you to radically imagine a world in which you feel the most safe and free. From that imagination, we will develop a roadmap towards your vision based on where you are at this exact moment.
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