Substance Use 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.
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.
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.
Common areas of focus in therapy include mood regulation, trauma recovery, gambling, substance use and misuse, supporting the family members of those that
misuse substances, grief and loss, impulsivity, attention and executive functioning challenges, and workplace-related stress. I am committed to walking alongside each person in their journey toward greater emotional well-being and life satisfaction
Common areas of focus in therapy include mood regulation, trauma recovery, gambling, substance use and misuse, supporting the family members of those that
misuse substances, grief and loss, impulsivity, attention and executive functioning challenges, and workplace-related stress. I am committed to walking alongside each person in their journey toward greater emotional well-being and life satisfaction
My approach in counseling is somewhat holistic and eclectic. I believe a supportive counseling environment works to help a client achieve awareness, thus leading to healing and personal growth.
My role is to help clients explore their emotional needs and provide feedback. Hopefully, the value will be realized in both behavioral and emotional changes. Under all circumstances, my mission is to treat the client with the utmost regard and honor the human condition as it is.
Counseling hours are available most days at your convenience. Often clients are able to schedule an appointment with 24 hours of calling my office.
My approach in counseling is somewhat holistic and eclectic. I believe a supportive counseling environment works to help a client achieve awareness, thus leading to healing and personal growth.
My role is to help clients explore their emotional needs and provide feedback. Hopefully, the value will be realized in both behavioral and emotional changes. Under all circumstances, my mission is to treat the client with the utmost regard and honor the human condition as it is.
Counseling hours are available most days at your convenience. Often clients are able to schedule an appointment with 24 hours of calling my office.
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My primary work is adult ADHD, post-traumatic stress, phase of life difficulties, childhood trauma, and substance use.
My approach to therapy is to empower my clients and meet them where they are at. I believe in challenging them to experience thoughts, beliefs and emotions that support increased processing and understanding. I will support you with developing strategies to regulate emotions, stress reduction, and increase distress tolerance. My expertise supports reducing anxiety and depression, and normalizing shame and guilt by utilizing parts work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. I am also trained in EMDR, which is designed to heal individuals as they process traumatic memories.
My primary work is adult ADHD, post-traumatic stress, phase of life difficulties, childhood trauma, and substance use.
My approach to therapy is to empower my clients and meet them where they are at. I believe in challenging them to experience thoughts, beliefs and emotions that support increased processing and understanding. I will support you with developing strategies to regulate emotions, stress reduction, and increase distress tolerance. My expertise supports reducing anxiety and depression, and normalizing shame and guilt by utilizing parts work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. I am also trained in EMDR, which is designed to heal individuals as they process traumatic memories.
We work with PTSD, trauma, stress, substance use, bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression, anxiety, career challenges, first responders, addiction, and more.
I truly believe the relationship you have with your therapist, is like no other. I trust the special role that a therapist is in a person’s life. I’m committed to keeping it real with you, looking out for you, and helping you move through the barriers holding you back. You can count on me to be non-judgmental, supportive, smart, funny, and genuinely supportive.
We work with PTSD, trauma, stress, substance use, bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression, anxiety, career challenges, first responders, addiction, and more.
I truly believe the relationship you have with your therapist, is like no other. I trust the special role that a therapist is in a person’s life. I’m committed to keeping it real with you, looking out for you, and helping you move through the barriers holding you back. You can count on me to be non-judgmental, supportive, smart, funny, and genuinely supportive.
Welcome! I'm Chris, a Licensed Clinical Therapist. I sincerely believe that we can develop a realistic solution for any reasonable challenge, and that our therapeutic healing process will require acceptance, self-awareness, and motivation for positive change. My hope is that you will allow me the opportunity to see the world from your perspective, and to discover evidence-based solutions in effort to encourage our daily routines to flow a bit more efficiently. Together, we will find our path forward!
Welcome! I'm Chris, a Licensed Clinical Therapist. I sincerely believe that we can develop a realistic solution for any reasonable challenge, and that our therapeutic healing process will require acceptance, self-awareness, and motivation for positive change. My hope is that you will allow me the opportunity to see the world from your perspective, and to discover evidence-based solutions in effort to encourage our daily routines to flow a bit more efficiently. Together, we will find our path forward!
My ideal clients are adults navigating complex emotional, behavioral, or high-stress situations impacting daily functioning, relationships, or decision-making. Many experience anxiety, trauma-related responses, emotional overwhelm, or difficulty managing major life stressors. I provide a structured, clinically grounded approach focused on understanding behavioral patterns, emotional functioning, and stress responses. Through assessment, consultation, and supportive clinical insight, I help clients gain clarity, improve functioning, and move forward with greater stability and self-understanding.
My ideal clients are adults navigating complex emotional, behavioral, or high-stress situations impacting daily functioning, relationships, or decision-making. Many experience anxiety, trauma-related responses, emotional overwhelm, or difficulty managing major life stressors. I provide a structured, clinically grounded approach focused on understanding behavioral patterns, emotional functioning, and stress responses. Through assessment, consultation, and supportive clinical insight, I help clients gain clarity, improve functioning, and move forward with greater stability and self-understanding.
Michelle L Tanner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, WV, MD, VA
3 Endorsed
Charles Town, WV 25414
Waitlist for new clients
In this life, we are all faced with struggles. Whether that is a stressful life transition, not feeling good enough, divorce, worry about the future, grief, feeling burnt out by the demands of work, school, relationships, or daily life or managing high sensitivity. We can overcome these struggles with non-judgmental support, coping tools, life strategies, and self-awareness. I believe that anyone can go on a journey of self-healing and discovery that will encourage growth and increase their quality of life. Taking the first step can be tough, but counseling can provide a space where you don’t have to do it alone.
In this life, we are all faced with struggles. Whether that is a stressful life transition, not feeling good enough, divorce, worry about the future, grief, feeling burnt out by the demands of work, school, relationships, or daily life or managing high sensitivity. We can overcome these struggles with non-judgmental support, coping tools, life strategies, and self-awareness. I believe that anyone can go on a journey of self-healing and discovery that will encourage growth and increase their quality of life. Taking the first step can be tough, but counseling can provide a space where you don’t have to do it alone.
“Midway along the journey of our life I woke to find myself in a dark wood, for I had wandered off from the straight path." This sentence encapsulates the feelings many clients bring to therapy, the culmination of years of existential angst, an accumulation of guilt, anxiety, loss, among a myriad of other experiences which have inflicted pain and suffering. My experience working with clients in exploring their unique symptoms, be it depression, anxiety, etc., is to not rush headlong into an immediate remedy of the symptoms, rather the exploration of how these symptoms may be trying to inform in new ways of approaching life.
“Midway along the journey of our life I woke to find myself in a dark wood, for I had wandered off from the straight path." This sentence encapsulates the feelings many clients bring to therapy, the culmination of years of existential angst, an accumulation of guilt, anxiety, loss, among a myriad of other experiences which have inflicted pain and suffering. My experience working with clients in exploring their unique symptoms, be it depression, anxiety, etc., is to not rush headlong into an immediate remedy of the symptoms, rather the exploration of how these symptoms may be trying to inform in new ways of approaching life.
As well as those battling substance use disorders.
My focus in therapy is an eclectic approach to incorporate the most effective therapy for my client. Therapy techniques I utilize are EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
As well as those battling substance use disorders.
My focus in therapy is an eclectic approach to incorporate the most effective therapy for my client. Therapy techniques I utilize are EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Hi there, I'm Theannah Remi Phillips, MPA, MLS, LCSW/LICSW, is a warm and approachable psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Social Work from WVU. She has also completed Master's Degrees in Law and Legal Studies and Public Administration. She is an advocate for an active lifestyle and finding a place where all parts of ourselves can intersect. While I have a special interest in trauma work, other areas of focus include life transitions, high stress, anxiety, mental performance in both career and athletic environments, substance abuse, and relationship recovery.
Hi there, I'm Theannah Remi Phillips, MPA, MLS, LCSW/LICSW, is a warm and approachable psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Social Work from WVU. She has also completed Master's Degrees in Law and Legal Studies and Public Administration. She is an advocate for an active lifestyle and finding a place where all parts of ourselves can intersect. While I have a special interest in trauma work, other areas of focus include life transitions, high stress, anxiety, mental performance in both career and athletic environments, substance abuse, and relationship recovery.
We have openings for clients with Wellpoint, Aetna Better Health or the The Health Plan between 9 and 2pm and telehealth sessions. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or PTSD? Are you looking for "no shame" treatment that is based on how your brain works and changes? We are a group of compassionate counselors who offer research supported, brain-based, integrative treatment to those who are hurting. Since different parts of the brain are in charge based on stress levels, treatments are most effective when matched with the part of the brain that is in charge in the moment.
We have openings for clients with Wellpoint, Aetna Better Health or the The Health Plan between 9 and 2pm and telehealth sessions. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or PTSD? Are you looking for "no shame" treatment that is based on how your brain works and changes? We are a group of compassionate counselors who offer research supported, brain-based, integrative treatment to those who are hurting. Since different parts of the brain are in charge based on stress levels, treatments are most effective when matched with the part of the brain that is in charge in the moment.
Callahan Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ADC-S, CCFC
Martinsburg, WV 25401
We look at the individual as an individual. It is with that apporach that we work to truly incorporate body and mind through behavioral and bio-chemical interventions. We bring traditional counseling techniques with a blend of supplements and amino acids to increase the individual's chances of a long-term change.
We look at the individual as an individual. It is with that apporach that we work to truly incorporate body and mind through behavioral and bio-chemical interventions. We bring traditional counseling techniques with a blend of supplements and amino acids to increase the individual's chances of a long-term change.
I’ve been practicing as a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor since 2016 and hold advanced certification in substance use and addictive behaviors.
Maybe you're going through something minor, or maybe you're going through the biggest life-changing or heartbreaking event of your life, maybe both bc honestly life can be relentless at times. Therapy is helpful whether it's going through deep grief, or just wanting to find your voice and discover how you want to show up for yourself moving forward. I believe that therapy is meant to be a space where you feel safe enough to breathe, honest enough to cry or laugh, and supported enough to show up fully as yourself. Help me get to understand you better by sharing about reality tv stars you relate to, or that TikTok you saw!
I’ve been practicing as a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor since 2016 and hold advanced certification in substance use and addictive behaviors.
Maybe you're going through something minor, or maybe you're going through the biggest life-changing or heartbreaking event of your life, maybe both bc honestly life can be relentless at times. Therapy is helpful whether it's going through deep grief, or just wanting to find your voice and discover how you want to show up for yourself moving forward. I believe that therapy is meant to be a space where you feel safe enough to breathe, honest enough to cry or laugh, and supported enough to show up fully as yourself. Help me get to understand you better by sharing about reality tv stars you relate to, or that TikTok you saw!
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 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.
Our vision is to empower young and emerging adults as they navigate the challenges of transitioning into adulthood, or managing the onset of a mental health or substance use disorder, fostering growth, resilience, and self-discovery through family, group and individual therapy.
We offer individual, group and family sessions along with care navigation and case management services. We are certified in dialectical behavior therapy (C-DBT) and are certified in family trauma work (CFTP).
Our vision is to empower young and emerging adults as they navigate the challenges of transitioning into adulthood, or managing the onset of a mental health or substance use disorder, fostering growth, resilience, and self-discovery through family, group and individual therapy.
We offer individual, group and family sessions along with care navigation and case management services. We are certified in dialectical behavior therapy (C-DBT) and are certified in family trauma work (CFTP).
My ideal client is seeking personal growth and healing from trauma, stress, and emotional regulation issues. They need a safe, empathetic environment to explore their thoughts and feelings. Their goals include improving mental health, enhancing relationships, and gaining coping strategies. They want to feel empowered and resilient, driven by a desire for self-discovery and meaningful change.
My ideal client is seeking personal growth and healing from trauma, stress, and emotional regulation issues. They need a safe, empathetic environment to explore their thoughts and feelings. Their goals include improving mental health, enhancing relationships, and gaining coping strategies. They want to feel empowered and resilient, driven by a desire for self-discovery and meaningful change.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.