Autism Therapists in Hedgesville, WV
I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
I became a social worker because I have a passion for helping people and making a difference in their lives. I am driven by the belief that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for helping people achieve their goals and live their best lives.
I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
I became a social worker because I have a passion for helping people and making a difference in their lives. I am driven by the belief that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for helping people achieve their goals and live their best lives.
Hometown Healing is a family owned practice. Brynn and Jesse Simmons established the practice in 2020 to provide the community with a new approach to therapy and overall wellness. Together we can identify goals to help make changes in your life, or manage hard, overwhelming feelings.
Hometown Healing is a family owned practice. Brynn and Jesse Simmons established the practice in 2020 to provide the community with a new approach to therapy and overall wellness. Together we can identify goals to help make changes in your life, or manage hard, overwhelming feelings.
I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
I became a social worker because I have a passion for helping people and making a difference in their lives. I am driven by the belief that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for helping people achieve their goals and live their best lives.
I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
I became a social worker because I have a passion for helping people and making a difference in their lives. I am driven by the belief that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for helping people achieve their goals and live their best lives.
My therapy practice is trauma informed, person centered, and affirming of the LGBTQ community. I work with general mental health experiences, including mood, stress, and anxiety. I identify as Genderqueer and Bi-Racial. I enjoy working with folks from different ethnicities and races, as well as those who are exploring their gender and sexuality. I graduated from Shepherd University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and a minor in Environmental Studies. I went on to obtain Masters of Social Work from West Virginia University.
My therapy practice is trauma informed, person centered, and affirming of the LGBTQ community. I work with general mental health experiences, including mood, stress, and anxiety. I identify as Genderqueer and Bi-Racial. I enjoy working with folks from different ethnicities and races, as well as those who are exploring their gender and sexuality. I graduated from Shepherd University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and a minor in Environmental Studies. I went on to obtain Masters of Social Work from West Virginia University.
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I have been working with children and adolescents in this field for over 25 years in areas such as ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and other behavior issues as well as struggles within the family unit.
I hold a credentialing as a Rational Living Therapist, which is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I work with clients tohelp them feel at ease in therapy and promote lasting change. I offer counseling for children, adolescents, and adults.
I have been working with children and adolescents in this field for over 25 years in areas such as ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and other behavior issues as well as struggles within the family unit.
I hold a credentialing as a Rational Living Therapist, which is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I work with clients tohelp them feel at ease in therapy and promote lasting change. I offer counseling for children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Jessica F. Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Charles Town, WV 25414
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and families. I strive to provide a safe, confidential, and supportive environment in which healing and restoration is fostered. With more than a dozen years of experience, I am passionate about providing a holistic approach to treatment, including mind, body, and spirit in the treatment process. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and families. I strive to provide a safe, confidential, and supportive environment in which healing and restoration is fostered. With more than a dozen years of experience, I am passionate about providing a holistic approach to treatment, including mind, body, and spirit in the treatment process. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with a variety of issues.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating stress, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, social discomfort, interpersonal challenges, and life transitions.
I believe that therapy should be tailored to meet your unique needs. My practice often combines a Client-Centered Approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we’ll identify and adjust patterns that may be holding you back from reaching your goals while emphasizing your strengths.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating stress, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, social discomfort, interpersonal challenges, and life transitions.
I believe that therapy should be tailored to meet your unique needs. My practice often combines a Client-Centered Approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we’ll identify and adjust patterns that may be holding you back from reaching your goals while emphasizing your strengths.
I assist individuals in addressing life challenges, both positive and negative, that come with a neurodiverse brain. I utilize solution-focused, trauma-informed and strength-based methods while working with adults, and individuals transitioning from adolescence to adulthood on self-esteem, talk therapy, organization, family & peer relationships, and problem solving.
I assist individuals in addressing life challenges, both positive and negative, that come with a neurodiverse brain. I utilize solution-focused, trauma-informed and strength-based methods while working with adults, and individuals transitioning from adolescence to adulthood on self-esteem, talk therapy, organization, family & peer relationships, and problem solving.
We have immediate openings! Welcome to Willow Tree Wellness Collective's profile. Willow Tree Wellness Collective specializes in assisting young children (3 years and up), teens, young adults and families with the stressors of life. Common things we hear often are "Why is it so hard to get my child to listen?"; "My teen just stays in her room all day"; "We have no peace in our home"; and "We just don't know what to do anymore." If this sounds familiar, we can help.
We have immediate openings! Welcome to Willow Tree Wellness Collective's profile. Willow Tree Wellness Collective specializes in assisting young children (3 years and up), teens, young adults and families with the stressors of life. Common things we hear often are "Why is it so hard to get my child to listen?"; "My teen just stays in her room all day"; "We have no peace in our home"; and "We just don't know what to do anymore." If this sounds familiar, we can help.
We also have experience treating mood disorders like bipolar disorder, panic attacks, PTSD, substance use disorders, autism, and binge eating disorder.
Everyone struggling with mental health deserves to be heard, supported and accepted. And at New Hope, we know that each person's journey is unique. That's why we provide individualized treatment designed for each client's needs. Let us personalize a treatment plan for your specific needs with medication, therapy, or both. With shorter wait times and longer appointment times than traditional clinics, we are able to connect with our clients as individuals, when they need us. At New Hope, we are dedicated to giving all our clients the best care possible. See our website for testimonials!
We also have experience treating mood disorders like bipolar disorder, panic attacks, PTSD, substance use disorders, autism, and binge eating disorder.
Everyone struggling with mental health deserves to be heard, supported and accepted. And at New Hope, we know that each person's journey is unique. That's why we provide individualized treatment designed for each client's needs. Let us personalize a treatment plan for your specific needs with medication, therapy, or both. With shorter wait times and longer appointment times than traditional clinics, we are able to connect with our clients as individuals, when they need us. At New Hope, we are dedicated to giving all our clients the best care possible. See our website for testimonials!
My theoretical orientation is person centered with the existential belief in each client’s personal worth and ability to achieve their life goals and improve their ability to meet the challenges in their lives. I focus on helping clients recognize their strengths and learn to appreciate their ability for positive change.
My theoretical orientation is person centered with the existential belief in each client’s personal worth and ability to achieve their life goals and improve their ability to meet the challenges in their lives. I focus on helping clients recognize their strengths and learn to appreciate their ability for positive change.
Looking for support, evidence based treatment, and/or self-explored resolutions for challenges that you’re experiencing? It is an honor of mine to be a guide on this journey with you. My therapeutic approach is based in empowerment and evidence based approaches that are personally curated to each person I have the pleasure of working with.
Looking for support, evidence based treatment, and/or self-explored resolutions for challenges that you’re experiencing? It is an honor of mine to be a guide on this journey with you. My therapeutic approach is based in empowerment and evidence based approaches that are personally curated to each person I have the pleasure of working with.
Do you ever feel stuck in negative thoughts, overwhelmed by stress, or weighed down by life’s changes? Anxiety, depression, or major transitions can leave you feeling unsteady and unsure of how to cope. You don’t have to face it alone. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to ease worry, lift mood, and build healthier patterns. Using a variety of tools, I help you gain tools to manage emotions, navigate change, and create lasting growth so life feels more balanced and fulfilling.
Do you ever feel stuck in negative thoughts, overwhelmed by stress, or weighed down by life’s changes? Anxiety, depression, or major transitions can leave you feeling unsteady and unsure of how to cope. You don’t have to face it alone. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to ease worry, lift mood, and build healthier patterns. Using a variety of tools, I help you gain tools to manage emotions, navigate change, and create lasting growth so life feels more balanced and fulfilling.
Making the decision to enter into therapy is courageous as it is taking a step towards the unknown and infinite possibilities. I believe that healing & transformation come when we are empowered to access our own wisdom. We are all unique with every story being unique. I engage in holistic therapy utilizing techniques associated with approaches that integrate mind, body, spirit including Mindfulness; Somatic Therapies; Energy & Esoteric Arts; Holistic & Complementary Healing; Expressive Arts Therapies based in Compassion-Focused therapy, ACT, IFS, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma-Informed Practice, & Integrative Mental Health.
Making the decision to enter into therapy is courageous as it is taking a step towards the unknown and infinite possibilities. I believe that healing & transformation come when we are empowered to access our own wisdom. We are all unique with every story being unique. I engage in holistic therapy utilizing techniques associated with approaches that integrate mind, body, spirit including Mindfulness; Somatic Therapies; Energy & Esoteric Arts; Holistic & Complementary Healing; Expressive Arts Therapies based in Compassion-Focused therapy, ACT, IFS, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma-Informed Practice, & Integrative Mental Health.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and genders, though I particularly enjoy working with children in Family Based Treatment (FBT), and individually with older adolescents and young adults as they navigate the more transitional stages of life. I use a person-centered approach to therapy that allows my clients to be their own experts, and to use their own understanding of their experiences as a baseline for healing. I also integrate relational therapy techniques, supporting clients in building their sense of self and autonomy, while also developing patience and trust in their relationships with others.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and genders, though I particularly enjoy working with children in Family Based Treatment (FBT), and individually with older adolescents and young adults as they navigate the more transitional stages of life. I use a person-centered approach to therapy that allows my clients to be their own experts, and to use their own understanding of their experiences as a baseline for healing. I also integrate relational therapy techniques, supporting clients in building their sense of self and autonomy, while also developing patience and trust in their relationships with others.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. and I'm licensed in Virginia and West Virginia. I have worked with children, adults, and elderly people for many years. The treatment modalities I use are DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed care. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and strength-based. I have a great deal of experience in working with improving communication skills, conflict resolution, anger management, and assisting in improving parent/child relationships. I also work with clients to help them cope with such issues as anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. and I'm licensed in Virginia and West Virginia. I have worked with children, adults, and elderly people for many years. The treatment modalities I use are DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed care. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and strength-based. I have a great deal of experience in working with improving communication skills, conflict resolution, anger management, and assisting in improving parent/child relationships. I also work with clients to help them cope with such issues as anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, and trauma.
Spurrier has administered testing to clients with concerns related to depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, adjustment disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD).
Please note, Dr. Spurrier is only accepting clients in need of psychological testing at this time.
Spurrier has administered testing to clients with concerns related to depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, adjustment disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD).
Please note, Dr. Spurrier is only accepting clients in need of psychological testing at this time.
Our therapists at Breakthrough Counseling see clients for a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, sexuality, ADHD, and so many more. We are here to help you through your struggles and to assist you in meeting your goals. Our therapists are diversified, licensed and experienced professionals.
Our therapists at Breakthrough Counseling see clients for a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, sexuality, ADHD, and so many more. We are here to help you through your struggles and to assist you in meeting your goals. Our therapists are diversified, licensed and experienced professionals.
Life brings challenges, and everyday stressors can disrupt our sense of balance. Sometimes fear keeps us from pursuing our goals, or anxiety makes even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Talking with someone about these experiences can open the door to strategies that ease stress and help you move forward with confidence.
Over the course of my career, I’ve developed a wide range of tools to support individuals and families. My aim is for every session to leave you with at least five practical techniques—simple, discreet strategies you can use anytime, anywhere—for both immediate relief and lasting resilience.
Life brings challenges, and everyday stressors can disrupt our sense of balance. Sometimes fear keeps us from pursuing our goals, or anxiety makes even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Talking with someone about these experiences can open the door to strategies that ease stress and help you move forward with confidence.
Over the course of my career, I’ve developed a wide range of tools to support individuals and families. My aim is for every session to leave you with at least five practical techniques—simple, discreet strategies you can use anytime, anywhere—for both immediate relief and lasting resilience.
Harmony is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving West Virginia and the local Martinsburg area. At our Martinsburg clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
Harmony is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving West Virginia and the local Martinsburg area. At our Martinsburg clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.