Veterans Therapists in Hedgesville, WV
I have particular experience supporting military members, veterans, and spouses, and I also work with clients navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and perinatal loss.
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.
I have particular experience supporting military members, veterans, and spouses, and I also work with clients navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and perinatal loss.
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.
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.
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
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.
Trauma specialized, first responder and military, EMDR Certified
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.
Trauma specialized, first responder and military, EMDR Certified
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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As a Veteran myself I have extensive experience in Military Culture, Children & Families, Substance Abuse, & Trauma.
I am compassionate and nonjudgmental who will offer the support you need to overcome life's difficulties. We are all different in the way we experience and manage life. I have always been interested in the wellness of others and have been blessed to watch many people find recovery. If you are feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, worried or sad, then together we can discover or revisit your healthy options to navigate those feelings. You have taken a step in the right direction to navigate those feelings and to reach out for help. Connection to others allows us to find peace and improved quality of life.
As a Veteran myself I have extensive experience in Military Culture, Children & Families, Substance Abuse, & Trauma.
I am compassionate and nonjudgmental who will offer the support you need to overcome life's difficulties. We are all different in the way we experience and manage life. I have always been interested in the wellness of others and have been blessed to watch many people find recovery. If you are feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, worried or sad, then together we can discover or revisit your healthy options to navigate those feelings. You have taken a step in the right direction to navigate those feelings and to reach out for help. Connection to others allows us to find peace and improved quality of life.
I support:
- Adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma
- Women across life stages, including perinatal and postpartum support
- Military service members, veterans, and their families
- Individuals exploring identity, boundaries, or relationship dynamics
- Substance use concerns
-Anything in between when your life is lifeing
Therapy to me is about being seen and supported, not “fixed.” I bring humor, transparency, and humanness into every session, because healing happens in real relationships.
I’ve spent nearly a decade helping people move through life like anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and life transitions. I’m also a combat veteran which has shaped both my resilience and my passion for walking alongside others who feel overwhelmed, unseen, or stretched too thin.
I support:
- Adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma
- Women across life stages, including perinatal and postpartum support
- Military service members, veterans, and their families
- Individuals exploring identity, boundaries, or relationship dynamics
- Substance use concerns
-Anything in between when your life is lifeing
Therapy to me is about being seen and supported, not “fixed.” I bring humor, transparency, and humanness into every session, because healing happens in real relationships.
I’ve spent nearly a decade helping people move through life like anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and life transitions. I’m also a combat veteran which has shaped both my resilience and my passion for walking alongside others who feel overwhelmed, unseen, or stretched too thin.
You may look steady on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I help adults coping with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, caregiver strain, grief, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are thoughtful, responsible people who have spent years caring for others while putting their own needs last.
Together, we can strengthen coping, improve boundaries, reduce emotional overwhelm, and help you reconnect with your sense of self.
I accept Medicare and Blue Cross Blue Shield, as well as many other insurance plans.
I offer telehealth and in-person sessions.
You may look steady on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I help adults coping with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, caregiver strain, grief, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are thoughtful, responsible people who have spent years caring for others while putting their own needs last.
Together, we can strengthen coping, improve boundaries, reduce emotional overwhelm, and help you reconnect with your sense of self.
I accept Medicare and Blue Cross Blue Shield, as well as many other insurance plans.
I offer telehealth and in-person sessions.
I work with adults facing substance use concerns, including professionals, safety‑sensitive workers, and individuals involved in treatment courts or supervised treatment settings. Many clients seek help after workplace, legal, or regulatory issues, or when substance use is no longer manageable. With over 12 years of experience, I provide structured, evidence‑based, trauma‑informed care guided by the ASAM Criteria. My approach is practical, respectful, and goal‑oriented, helping clients meet requirements while building sustainable recovery and long‑term stability.
I work with adults facing substance use concerns, including professionals, safety‑sensitive workers, and individuals involved in treatment courts or supervised treatment settings. Many clients seek help after workplace, legal, or regulatory issues, or when substance use is no longer manageable. With over 12 years of experience, I provide structured, evidence‑based, trauma‑informed care guided by the ASAM Criteria. My approach is practical, respectful, and goal‑oriented, helping clients meet requirements while building sustainable recovery and long‑term stability.
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.
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.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you often wonder if life can feel better in some way? That you could be more content? We know life can throw complex challenges our way that can change the way we view the world, our relationships and, at times, ourselves. Not taking time for yourself, and pushing away your own needs, can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe these experiences can be transformed to serve as sources of empowerment and growth.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you often wonder if life can feel better in some way? That you could be more content? We know life can throw complex challenges our way that can change the way we view the world, our relationships and, at times, ourselves. Not taking time for yourself, and pushing away your own needs, can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe these experiences can be transformed to serve as sources of empowerment and growth.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from complex trauma, PTSD, and addiction, with particular expertise in working with military service members, veterans, and first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel.
I bring over 20 years of experience in the medical, legal, and law enforcement fields. Since becoming a licensed therapist in 2018, I have specialized in helping individuals heal from trauma and addiction, with a unique understanding of the cultures, demands, and challenges faced by military members, veterans, and first responders.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from complex trauma, PTSD, and addiction, with particular expertise in working with military service members, veterans, and first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel.
I bring over 20 years of experience in the medical, legal, and law enforcement fields. Since becoming a licensed therapist in 2018, I have specialized in helping individuals heal from trauma and addiction, with a unique understanding of the cultures, demands, and challenges faced by military members, veterans, and first responders.
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 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 life experience includes 25 years of military service, which has taught me more about human behavior than any class!
Whether you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, stuck in patterns of depression, or struggling with past trauma, have hope that life can get better. My laid-back personality will put you at ease so you feel comfortable sharing your story. I will bring understanding to your past, present, and future while learning about your social world. Clients appreciate that I ask the hard questions, I am direct and structured, and I go all in to be their partner in healing. I’ll challenge and support you, pushing you outside your comfort zone because that is where change happens.
My life experience includes 25 years of military service, which has taught me more about human behavior than any class!
Whether you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, stuck in patterns of depression, or struggling with past trauma, have hope that life can get better. My laid-back personality will put you at ease so you feel comfortable sharing your story. I will bring understanding to your past, present, and future while learning about your social world. Clients appreciate that I ask the hard questions, I am direct and structured, and I go all in to be their partner in healing. I’ll challenge and support you, pushing you outside your comfort zone because that is where change happens.
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 specialize in working with adults and adolescents. I have 12+ years experience working in the mental health field and have a Masters Degree in Social Work through WVU. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, and behavior issues.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents. I have 12+ years experience working in the mental health field and have a Masters Degree in Social Work through WVU. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, and behavior issues.
I am a licensed social worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from West Virginia University and over 25 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and veterans.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward. My specializations include mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, veteran specific experiences, and motivational interviewing.
I am a licensed social worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from West Virginia University and over 25 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and veterans.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward. My specializations include mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, veteran specific experiences, and motivational interviewing.
Welcome. I honor the search that brings you here. Reaching out for assistance is a momentous step. This is the right time to act. Reading this message means you are ready. Your concerns are important; no problem is too small. There is a powerful you waiting ahead. I invite you to take the next step and contact me. Your commitment and willingness to change is the key. Are you willing to try something different?
Welcome. I honor the search that brings you here. Reaching out for assistance is a momentous step. This is the right time to act. Reading this message means you are ready. Your concerns are important; no problem is too small. There is a powerful you waiting ahead. I invite you to take the next step and contact me. Your commitment and willingness to change is the key. Are you willing to try something different?
Do you want to feel empowered and connected, having more joy and pleasure in your life, after a challenging life experience? Are finding yourself or your relationship unable to break challenging patterns? Are you struggling with how to reconnect sexually and regain the intimacy you once shared? Working from a strengths based & holistic perspective, I am skilled at creating a warm, open space to help individuals and couples increase intimacy, enhance understanding, navigate changing roles, set boundaries, resolve conflicts, heal trauma, and create satisfying relationships.
Now offering clinical supervision for LGPCs in Maryland!
Do you want to feel empowered and connected, having more joy and pleasure in your life, after a challenging life experience? Are finding yourself or your relationship unable to break challenging patterns? Are you struggling with how to reconnect sexually and regain the intimacy you once shared? Working from a strengths based & holistic perspective, I am skilled at creating a warm, open space to help individuals and couples increase intimacy, enhance understanding, navigate changing roles, set boundaries, resolve conflicts, heal trauma, and create satisfying relationships.
Now offering clinical supervision for LGPCs in Maryland!
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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Veterans Therapists
Why is mental health important for veterans and the military?
Veterans are more likely to face mental health challenges than the general public, and such mental health challenges can make it difficult for them to navigate day-to-day life. Improved mental health can result in better interpersonal relationships, lower levels of stress, and decreased dependence on substances, such as drugs or alcohol, for many veterans. Addressing common mental health conditions can also help facilitate recovery from physical health challenges that are faced by many veterans, such as chronic pain, physical injury, or poor sleeping patterns. Therapists trained in working with veterans can help address these concerns and help improve veteran mental health.
How can veterans get access to mental health support?
There are many resources for veterans to get mental health support, including through the VA or through their primary care doctor. Many service personnel are eligible for free or reduced-cost mental health counseling through the VA, depending on their service history and current income. Veterans can also utilize online directories, such as Psychology Today, or nonprofit organization resources like the Wounded Warrior Project, to find a therapist or other healthcare professional that specializes in their specific mental health needs. Veterans may also benefit from community-based groups that facilitate social connection and/or address specific concerns, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
What type of therapy is best for veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on what mental health challenges they are facing. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how their thought patterns influence their behavior. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as EMDR or exposure therapy. Many veterans and military personnel may also benefit from family or couples counseling to address the stress and adjustment challenges that can be associated with military life.
Can therapy for veterans help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in helping veterans with trauma and PTSD. Therapists specializing in veteran mental health often have extensive training and experience helping veterans navigate symptoms of trauma and can teach clients coping techniques to handle common symptoms associated with trauma and PTSD. Some therapists may use talk therapy as their primary approach, while others utilize more structured therapy modalities in sessions, such as EMDR. Veterans can try multiple therapy modalities to find the best fit for them. Therapists can also help make referrals or connect clients with available resources, such as VA benefits, to help address other life concerns.