Parenting Therapists in Hedgesville, WV
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.
Life is full of transitions and challenges, and therapy offers a safe, supportive environment to develop the tools needed to navigate these experiences with resilience and confidence. My therapeutic style emphasizes the development of self-soothing and coping skills to process emotional difficulties while building practical strategies for daily life. I combine cathartic, engaging conversations with evidence-based strategies that support emotional healing and personal growth.
Common areas of focus in therapy include mood regulation, trauma recovery, gambling, substance use and misuse, supporting the family members of those that
Life is full of transitions and challenges, and therapy offers a safe, supportive environment to develop the tools needed to navigate these experiences with resilience and confidence. My therapeutic style emphasizes the development of self-soothing and coping skills to process emotional difficulties while building practical strategies for daily life. I combine cathartic, engaging conversations with evidence-based strategies that support emotional healing and personal growth.
Common areas of focus in therapy include mood regulation, trauma recovery, gambling, substance use and misuse, supporting the family members of those that
You may look “fine” on the outside, but inside your nervous system feels like it is always on duty. You might be carrying trauma from sexual abuse, feeling anxious, numb, on edge, or stuck in patterns you cannot explain. Maybe sleep is light, your patience is thin, and your mind will not shut off. You may be navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or grief after loss, or trying to support a partner while you are falling apart too. You want relief, steadiness, and practical tools, plus a safe place to rebuild boundaries, self-trust, and a life that feels like yours again.
You may look “fine” on the outside, but inside your nervous system feels like it is always on duty. You might be carrying trauma from sexual abuse, feeling anxious, numb, on edge, or stuck in patterns you cannot explain. Maybe sleep is light, your patience is thin, and your mind will not shut off. You may be navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or grief after loss, or trying to support a partner while you are falling apart too. You want relief, steadiness, and practical tools, plus a safe place to rebuild boundaries, self-trust, and a life that feels like yours again.
Do things feel heavy? Are you numb, tired, not sure what you need or where to start? Our team is specifically equipped to provide effective counseling for public safety and high stress professionals. We are passionate about helping the helpers. Begin Counseling exists to expand trauma-specialized services in our community and surrounding areas. We welcome those in search of a competent, genuine, professional counseling experience. We value those who protect, serve, and care for our community.
Do things feel heavy? Are you numb, tired, not sure what you need or where to start? Our team is specifically equipped to provide effective counseling for public safety and high stress professionals. We are passionate about helping the helpers. Begin Counseling exists to expand trauma-specialized services in our community and surrounding areas. We welcome those in search of a competent, genuine, professional counseling experience. We value those who protect, serve, and care for our community.
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Whether it's adjusting to being a new parent, navigating a new stage with your child, or facing relationship struggles with family, I can help support your needs.
I provide the tools to adults and teens to navigate painful struggles resulting from trauma or stressful experiences. I use an integrative approach in thinking about the mind-body connection and the impact that both parts contribute to our overall health and healing. I utilize evidence-based therapies proven to build strength, resilience, and compassion.
Whether it's adjusting to being a new parent, navigating a new stage with your child, or facing relationship struggles with family, I can help support your needs.
I provide the tools to adults and teens to navigate painful struggles resulting from trauma or stressful experiences. I use an integrative approach in thinking about the mind-body connection and the impact that both parts contribute to our overall health and healing. I utilize evidence-based therapies proven to build strength, resilience, and compassion.
You’re driven, capable, and used to figuring things out. But lately, even your usual strategies aren’t cutting it.
You’re feeling stuck in patterns—overthinking, overworking, overgiving—and despite your accomplishments, something still feels off. Maybe your relationships feel unbalanced, or you’re tired of holding everything together without space to actually feel your feelings.
Therapy isn’t about weakness—it’s about strength. It takes courage to pause, reflect, and intentionally shift long-standing patterns. It’s not just about coping—it’s about evolving.
You’re driven, capable, and used to figuring things out. But lately, even your usual strategies aren’t cutting it.
You’re feeling stuck in patterns—overthinking, overworking, overgiving—and despite your accomplishments, something still feels off. Maybe your relationships feel unbalanced, or you’re tired of holding everything together without space to actually feel your feelings.
Therapy isn’t about weakness—it’s about strength. It takes courage to pause, reflect, and intentionally shift long-standing patterns. It’s not just about coping—it’s about evolving.
For children and parents, this includes a developmentally informed approach and creative outlets, like art, music, and play.
Anxiety has a way of quietly running the show. Your mind stays busy, replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions, and worrying about getting things wrong. Small moments- a change in routine, a tone of voice, a hard day - can trigger overwhelm, self-doubt, or a drop in confidence. You may notice this pattern in yourself, in your child, or both. You try to stay calm and do the "right" thing, yet still feel unsure of what's normal, what's developmental, and how to respond in ways that actually help. Communication often feels tense, reactive, or second-guessed. It's exhausting to carry this much and still try to stay steady.
For children and parents, this includes a developmentally informed approach and creative outlets, like art, music, and play.
Anxiety has a way of quietly running the show. Your mind stays busy, replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions, and worrying about getting things wrong. Small moments- a change in routine, a tone of voice, a hard day - can trigger overwhelm, self-doubt, or a drop in confidence. You may notice this pattern in yourself, in your child, or both. You try to stay calm and do the "right" thing, yet still feel unsure of what's normal, what's developmental, and how to respond in ways that actually help. Communication often feels tense, reactive, or second-guessed. It's exhausting to carry this much and still try to stay steady.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where children feel seen and empowered, while also working closely with parents to provide guidance, practical tools, and ongoing support.
If your child is struggling with big emotions, behavior challenges, or a difficult life transition, you’re not alone—and support is here.
I am a Supervisee in Social Work who brings warmth, creativity, and a deep commitment to helping children, teens, and families feel more connected, understood, and confident. I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Walden University and have experience in substance use treatment as well as specialized play therapy settings.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where children feel seen and empowered, while also working closely with parents to provide guidance, practical tools, and ongoing support.
If your child is struggling with big emotions, behavior challenges, or a difficult life transition, you’re not alone—and support is here.
I am a Supervisee in Social Work who brings warmth, creativity, and a deep commitment to helping children, teens, and families feel more connected, understood, and confident. I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Walden University and have experience in substance use treatment as well as specialized play therapy settings.
As a parent and a psychologist, I believe there is nothing more important than the well being of our children.
Parents come to me concerned about such issues as concentration and attention problems, learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, social shortcomings, behavior problems, emotional problems including anxiety and depression, as well as for well-child checkups.
As a parent and a psychologist, I believe there is nothing more important than the well being of our children.
Parents come to me concerned about such issues as concentration and attention problems, learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, social shortcomings, behavior problems, emotional problems including anxiety and depression, as well as for well-child checkups.
I believe mental health and self care are important and essential for all ages. My goal is to provide a collaborative therapy approach. Therapy can seem overwhelming and scary at times, I hope to provide a space where you are able to be completely free and safe. Reaching goals and solutions together where the patients strengths are highlighted and self esteem is empowered so lifestyle changes are part of the solution and the goal. I am accepting new patients, so if it sounds like I might be a good fit for you please give my office a call to set up an appointment so I can help you get on the road to start living your best life!
I believe mental health and self care are important and essential for all ages. My goal is to provide a collaborative therapy approach. Therapy can seem overwhelming and scary at times, I hope to provide a space where you are able to be completely free and safe. Reaching goals and solutions together where the patients strengths are highlighted and self esteem is empowered so lifestyle changes are part of the solution and the goal. I am accepting new patients, so if it sounds like I might be a good fit for you please give my office a call to set up an appointment so I can help you get on the road to start living your best life!
Professionals, caregivers, and high-functioning individuals are often the people others rely on, yet many feel overwhelmed inside. They come to therapy for stress, anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, or life transitions. Many are tired of carrying everything alone. I provide a compassionate, practical, and nonjudgmental space to build coping skills, improve relationships, heal emotional wounds, and create healthier patterns. Together, we work toward clarity, balance, and lasting growth.
Professionals, caregivers, and high-functioning individuals are often the people others rely on, yet many feel overwhelmed inside. They come to therapy for stress, anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, or life transitions. Many are tired of carrying everything alone. I provide a compassionate, practical, and nonjudgmental space to build coping skills, improve relationships, heal emotional wounds, and create healthier patterns. Together, we work toward clarity, balance, and lasting growth.
Through developmentally appropriate play therapy and parent collaboration, I help children build emotional regulation skills while helping caregivers better understand their child’s needs and respond with confidence.
You may be used to being the one everyone relies on — the one who keeps things running, takes care of others, and pushes through even when you're exhausted. On the outside, you may look like you're managing it all, but internally you might feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or like you've lost parts of yourself along the way.
Many of the women I work with are navigating the mental load of motherhood, relationship stress, anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions. They often tell me they want to feel calmer, more present, and more like themselves again — not just surviving each day, but actually feeling grounded in it.
Through developmentally appropriate play therapy and parent collaboration, I help children build emotional regulation skills while helping caregivers better understand their child’s needs and respond with confidence.
You may be used to being the one everyone relies on — the one who keeps things running, takes care of others, and pushes through even when you're exhausted. On the outside, you may look like you're managing it all, but internally you might feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or like you've lost parts of yourself along the way.
Many of the women I work with are navigating the mental load of motherhood, relationship stress, anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions. They often tell me they want to feel calmer, more present, and more like themselves again — not just surviving each day, but actually feeling grounded in it.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with clients in their early 20s to late 50s. Clients often come to their first session feeling stuck and uncertain about how to attain the life they want. Relationships and career stressors contribute to anxiety, leaving them confused about how to move forward. In therapy, I work with clients to value themselves, tune into their desires and dreams, and move in that direction. The first step toward change is often learning to treat ourselves with the same love and care we would show to a valued friend.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with clients in their early 20s to late 50s. Clients often come to their first session feeling stuck and uncertain about how to attain the life they want. Relationships and career stressors contribute to anxiety, leaving them confused about how to move forward. In therapy, I work with clients to value themselves, tune into their desires and dreams, and move in that direction. The first step toward change is often learning to treat ourselves with the same love and care we would show to a valued friend.
I offer workshops on relationships, parenting, communication, and mindful living/working.
Do you feel unsettled, out of balance, or like you don't have a voice? Are you at a crossroads in your life and not sure which path to take? In the safety of my office, I help clients find their balance, gain insight, make intentional changes, heal and grow - as individuals and in relationships. I have found that empowering clients with practical strategies to incorporate into their daily living while supporting clients in doing the deeper work of increasing their understanding of themselves and their partners (for clients in couples counseling), ultimately leads to the most meaningful changes.
I offer workshops on relationships, parenting, communication, and mindful living/working.
Do you feel unsettled, out of balance, or like you don't have a voice? Are you at a crossroads in your life and not sure which path to take? In the safety of my office, I help clients find their balance, gain insight, make intentional changes, heal and grow - as individuals and in relationships. I have found that empowering clients with practical strategies to incorporate into their daily living while supporting clients in doing the deeper work of increasing their understanding of themselves and their partners (for clients in couples counseling), ultimately leads to the most meaningful changes.
Serving West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia! Do you long for more peace amidst the current chaos? Changing beliefs and perceptions helps you move from hurt, anger, and fear to greater contentment. As you gain personal power, develop healthy habits, and create more love in your life and work, your satisfaction increases. I work with individuals, couples, and families who want more connection and better communication. I also work with people facing spiritual/religious conflicts and challenges. When you look for opportunities in times of crisis, you find untapped possibilities within yourself. I'm here to help you on your path.
Serving West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia! Do you long for more peace amidst the current chaos? Changing beliefs and perceptions helps you move from hurt, anger, and fear to greater contentment. As you gain personal power, develop healthy habits, and create more love in your life and work, your satisfaction increases. I work with individuals, couples, and families who want more connection and better communication. I also work with people facing spiritual/religious conflicts and challenges. When you look for opportunities in times of crisis, you find untapped possibilities within yourself. I'm here to help you on your path.
You may be high-functioning on the outside but feel exhausted, anxious, or disconnected on the inside. You’re tired of living in survival mode and want to feel more at home in your body, your relationships, and your life. I work especially well with clients who understand their trauma intellectually but still feel stuck emotionally or physically. Together, we explore healing through a mind–body lens, recognizing that the nervous system seeks safety before growth. Your symptoms once protected you—now it’s time to help your body learn that safety can exist in the present.
You may be high-functioning on the outside but feel exhausted, anxious, or disconnected on the inside. You’re tired of living in survival mode and want to feel more at home in your body, your relationships, and your life. I work especially well with clients who understand their trauma intellectually but still feel stuck emotionally or physically. Together, we explore healing through a mind–body lens, recognizing that the nervous system seeks safety before growth. Your symptoms once protected you—now it’s time to help your body learn that safety can exist in the present.
No waitlist for West Virginia (WV) residents! You don’t have to accept that you’re feeling misunderstood, isolated, stuck, angry, sad, or anxious. Pain is natural, but struggle and suffering are what happens when we don’t act. My goal is to gently approach the hurdle(s) that are keeping you from fulfilling a wholesome and authentic life. I understand that throughout life, changes and events may cause emotional conflict, confusion, and feel unbearable. I believe strongly that people are very resilient, and I’m passionate about assisting individuals find their inner strength to overcome.
No waitlist for West Virginia (WV) residents! You don’t have to accept that you’re feeling misunderstood, isolated, stuck, angry, sad, or anxious. Pain is natural, but struggle and suffering are what happens when we don’t act. My goal is to gently approach the hurdle(s) that are keeping you from fulfilling a wholesome and authentic life. I understand that throughout life, changes and events may cause emotional conflict, confusion, and feel unbearable. I believe strongly that people are very resilient, and I’m passionate about assisting individuals find their inner strength to overcome.
Telehealth mental health therapy sessions with me provide a safe place, from the comfort of your own home, to share your your thoughts, feelings, fears, and as much of your personal story as you choose. You are always the center of my attention, and therapy is based on what you want to change about your behaviors, thoughts or feelings. I listen to what you have to say, and help you identify solutions to problems you may identify. I provide crisis counseling, brief therapy, and long term psychotherapy based on your needs.
Telehealth mental health therapy sessions with me provide a safe place, from the comfort of your own home, to share your your thoughts, feelings, fears, and as much of your personal story as you choose. You are always the center of my attention, and therapy is based on what you want to change about your behaviors, thoughts or feelings. I listen to what you have to say, and help you identify solutions to problems you may identify. I provide crisis counseling, brief therapy, and long term psychotherapy based on your needs.
You’re intelligent, highly sensitive, and deeply reflective—often the one others rely on. You may appear “fine,” yet feel disconnected inside, carrying anxiety, hypervigilance, burnout, or old trauma patterns that keep repeating. You want more than coping skills; you want deep nervous-system healing and lasting change. You’re ready to look inward with honesty (not defensiveness), release what isn’t you, and become fully yourself—grounded, connected, and alive in your work, relationships, and body.
You’re intelligent, highly sensitive, and deeply reflective—often the one others rely on. You may appear “fine,” yet feel disconnected inside, carrying anxiety, hypervigilance, burnout, or old trauma patterns that keep repeating. You want more than coping skills; you want deep nervous-system healing and lasting change. You’re ready to look inward with honesty (not defensiveness), release what isn’t you, and become fully yourself—grounded, connected, and alive in your work, relationships, and body.
Searching for a place to look into things that are scary or painful? For my clients, my office is a place of safety, acceptance and understanding. In my office you will be valued and respected. This is how I will treat you, and how I will encourage you to treat yourself. Make no mistake: you will do hard work here. We will look at you and your situation unflinchingly. Change starts with understanding what needs changing, and there is not time to waste. Contact me now: let's look into it together.
Searching for a place to look into things that are scary or painful? For my clients, my office is a place of safety, acceptance and understanding. In my office you will be valued and respected. This is how I will treat you, and how I will encourage you to treat yourself. Make no mistake: you will do hard work here. We will look at you and your situation unflinchingly. Change starts with understanding what needs changing, and there is not time to waste. Contact me now: let's look into it together.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.