Strength-Based Therapists in Beckley, WV

Those ready for change will find the Total Life Counseling experience both satisfying and life changing. If you are concerned about your emotional well-being and thrive, TLC is the place for you.

Together, we can work to untangle anxious thoughts and heal your past trauma. I'm here to walk beside you and shine a flashlight in the darkness when you struggle to navigate your way to solutions. I truly enjoy helping individual adults, parents, and families reach a healthier level of functioning and satisfaction in their life using EMDR, CBT, or SFBT.

Sometimes life keeps throwing curve balls at us and we wonder how many more we can dodge. Dodging these curve balls can cause us to struggle with anxiety, OCD, depression and trauma. Feelings of guilt, future tripping, or needing things a certain way may become a large part of our world. These thoughts can take up space rent free in our minds making us act or behave a certain way to feel better. Or the tiring upkeep can make it feel like we're dragging through life, losing our motivation, or that we're wearing a mask. In moments like these a helping hand is sometimes all we need to regain control over our lives.

Now in Huntington too! Therapy is a place to pause, reflect on what you are seeking in life and explore the barriers preventing you from taking that next step in your journey. Life changes or chronic situations can throw us off course, leaving us to feel out of sync, confused, & disconnected from life. Whether you are looking to reconnect, find purpose, learn new coping skills, process trauma or loss, manage anxiety, deal with shame or make a life changing decision, therapy can be a safe place to discover the power you have within yourself to design your own solutions & find new ways to navigate challenging situations. Multisites!

Thank you for your interest in Pleasant View Counseling! We are located in downtown, Point Pleasant, WV at 610 1/2 Main Street, Suite B. (upstairs right in Mike Shaw's building). Samantha Fooce, WV-LPC, ALPS OH>LPCC-S is able to accept both WV and Ohio residents. Some conditions I treat are: Insomnia, “Stressed Out” Professionals, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect, Grief and Loss, Adjustment Disorders, LGBTQIA+ Support, Children of Separation and Divorce, Blended Families, Self Esteem, Long-Term Recovery, Personal Development, Motivation, Goal Setting, School and Work Stressor and many others.

My approach is holistic, focusing on you as a whole person and working to identify the source(s) of a problem in addition to reducing symptoms. Together, we will take a look at your thoughts/beliefs, feelings, and behaviors; identify any problematic patterns; and begin to change those patterns to be more useful and constructive. We will also work on developing coping skills to help you feel better and build confidence and resiliency for facing life's challenges and stressors.

I see my role as helping you make the changes you want to make, by teaching and helping you explore your life. There is no one size fits all for therapy, and I work to find methods that work for you. I am trauma-informed, working on certification in Trauma Focused-CBT. Primary issues I work with are anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral Issues, coping Skills, grief, parenting, and self-esteem.

Being a young person today is hard! Navigating pressures at home and school while balancing a social life can feel overwhelming at times. Often, young people have trouble making sense of their world, figuring out where they "fit", and managing their behavior and emotions. They may act out, withdraw from others, or make questionable choices. My focus involves supporting and educating young people and their families so they can manage intense feelings and communicate more effectively. We will pay special attention to developing coping and problem-solving skills while learning how thoughts, feelings, and actions are related.

Life is full of ups and downs. It can be overwhelming, confusing, challenging or just plain hard! We all need support to maneuver our way through the uncertainties that life can bring - traumatic experiences, loss of a loved one or even struggles with self esteem.  Having a safe space to sort out these thoughts and feelings is key. I will use my holistic approach to focus on healing the whole person. We will work together to build resilience and develop skills to help you on your journey so you can feel confident while facing life's challenges.

When choosing a counselor, you'll want the person to be trained and competent. You'll want them to "get" you and be able to help you skillfully and effectively. So, look over my credentials, and if you have questions, ask. And if you're ready, let's meet and go from there.

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."

Do you feel stuck in the past? Do you feel like it’s hard to let something or someone go? Do you feel indecisive and unsure what decision to make next? Trauma doesn’t need to control you forever or impact your present life. Therapy can help you get unstuck and feel more at peace. Therapy with me feels comfortable like you’re talking to a friend, but it’s so much more helpful than that. I will listen to you without judgement and help you work through your trauma and icky feelings about yourself. You logically know what happened to you wasn’t your fault, but together we will help your heart truly believe that.

It's time to take the mask off. Society has a way of honoring being pushed to the limit. Whether we are navigating building a family, dealing with the loss of a loved one, or seeking to manage a work-life balance, we are taught to keep stretching ourselves beyond our limits. As a strengths-based counselor I work with individuals to identify skills and strengths currently in use to enhance emotional, physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual wellness.

My ideal clients are teens or adults who want learn tools for long term happiness. Issues I enjoy treating are substance use, binge eating, grief, loss, trauma, relationship issues, marriage counseling, anxiety and depression. For success, I provide judgement free space and unconditional positive regard, mixed with some humor and direction. I like to dive deep with my clients, utilizing their strengths, which will allow them to become more free and self-sufficient, with healthier relationships.

It takes a significant amount of courage to look at yourself; your real self. Thank you for being here and for being willing to open up your world to endless possibilities of wellness. I have worked with all ages with issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, and anger. At the very least, I want you to know that you’re not alone in your struggles. There are people who understand and who will listen. I am one of them. (:

I strike to serve people who feel unworthy, hopeless, and/or stuck. People who want to create positive change and are willing to co-create that by taking it one step at a time. I believe that anyone is capable of creating realistic, healthy goals that will increase their sense of wellbeing in their everyday life.