Highmark Therapists in Shepherdstown, WV
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
I am in-network with Highmark/Blue Cross Blue Shield and PEIA/UMR in West Virginia.
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 am in-network with Highmark/Blue Cross Blue Shield and PEIA/UMR in West Virginia.
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.
We offer a variety of techniques to guide you into creating a pathway to healing and a direction that feels increasingly aligned with your own sense of inner core purpose. Over the years of counseling others, I have developed a specialty in working with depression, codependency issues, dual diagnosis & survivors of abuse. Since relocating to the area in 1999, I have been focusing on working with individuals, families, couples and groups. I lead two therapeutic support groups for women. I am also a dance/movement therapist offering a creative alternative on the therapeutic path.
We offer a variety of techniques to guide you into creating a pathway to healing and a direction that feels increasingly aligned with your own sense of inner core purpose. Over the years of counseling others, I have developed a specialty in working with depression, codependency issues, dual diagnosis & survivors of abuse. Since relocating to the area in 1999, I have been focusing on working with individuals, families, couples and groups. I lead two therapeutic support groups for women. I am also a dance/movement therapist offering a creative alternative on the therapeutic path.
Most people are Inherently "good," try to act this way, and don't know why this does not result in success, happiness. We will work to learn what interferes: Learning, health, life-stages, guilt, genetics, self-sabotage, traumas. You will make changes to free yourself from the past, so that future choices DO result in success, joy, peace. Since toddlers, we seek to be accepted, be useful; aware of this, you can meet your goals. Seeking help is bravely taking a risk, understandably causing many to be anxious at the 1st session. We'll work at YOUR pace. FOR FAST REPLY: swadams200[AT].com.
Most people are Inherently "good," try to act this way, and don't know why this does not result in success, happiness. We will work to learn what interferes: Learning, health, life-stages, guilt, genetics, self-sabotage, traumas. You will make changes to free yourself from the past, so that future choices DO result in success, joy, peace. Since toddlers, we seek to be accepted, be useful; aware of this, you can meet your goals. Seeking help is bravely taking a risk, understandably causing many to be anxious at the 1st session. We'll work at YOUR pace. FOR FAST REPLY: swadams200[AT].com.
“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.
My goal as a therapist is to help clients who are having difficulty in our fast-paced environment dealing with life’s stressors related to marriages/partnerships, families, friendships, social isolation, employment and finances. I provide a safe place where clients know they can share in a confidential environment without judgment. All of us have negative thoughts. Realizing that we are more than our thoughts, though, can be truly liberating and allow a person to live a full and meaningful life, even when faced with struggles that may seem impossible to overcome.
My goal as a therapist is to help clients who are having difficulty in our fast-paced environment dealing with life’s stressors related to marriages/partnerships, families, friendships, social isolation, employment and finances. I provide a safe place where clients know they can share in a confidential environment without judgment. All of us have negative thoughts. Realizing that we are more than our thoughts, though, can be truly liberating and allow a person to live a full and meaningful life, even when faced with struggles that may seem impossible to overcome.
I specialize in working with children and teens, while knowing (and encouraging) that in many cases, this also involves working with parents and caregivers. I tend to structure therapy in a relaxed format, and want clients to enter feeling comfortable and leave feeling empowered.
I specialize in working with children and teens, while knowing (and encouraging) that in many cases, this also involves working with parents and caregivers. I tend to structure therapy in a relaxed format, and want clients to enter feeling comfortable and leave feeling empowered.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Trainer, Educator and Practitioner in Psychodrama and trained and skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I help clients build their skills in resilience to overcome problems with trauma, addictions, adjustment difficulties and struggles with depression and anxiety.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Trainer, Educator and Practitioner in Psychodrama and trained and skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I help clients build their skills in resilience to overcome problems with trauma, addictions, adjustment difficulties and struggles with depression and anxiety.
Hello! I’m Carolyn, a licensed independent clinical social worker practicing in West Virginia since 2019. I strive to create a comfortable, supportive, and empowering environment for clients to be able to open up and feel a connection. I understand the difficulty of admitting that you need to discuss concerns with someone outside of your support system, therefore I prioritize practicing with warmth and compassion while utilizing a strengths-based approach to best fit the needs of my clients. I have worked with individuals of all ages, and currently I am providing individual therapy services to clients who are ages 12 and up.
Hello! I’m Carolyn, a licensed independent clinical social worker practicing in West Virginia since 2019. I strive to create a comfortable, supportive, and empowering environment for clients to be able to open up and feel a connection. I understand the difficulty of admitting that you need to discuss concerns with someone outside of your support system, therefore I prioritize practicing with warmth and compassion while utilizing a strengths-based approach to best fit the needs of my clients. I have worked with individuals of all ages, and currently I am providing individual therapy services to clients who are ages 12 and up.
Dr. Rachel Spurrier is a licensed clinical psychologist administering comprehensive psychological evaluations to clarify client diagnosis as well as to provide recommendations for treatment. Dr. 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). Her goal with clients is to make them feel comfortable and secure with the evaluative process, and to understand the importance of testing as they progress in their therapeutic treatment.
Dr. Rachel Spurrier is a licensed clinical psychologist administering comprehensive psychological evaluations to clarify client diagnosis as well as to provide recommendations for treatment. Dr. 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). Her goal with clients is to make them feel comfortable and secure with the evaluative process, and to understand the importance of testing as they progress in their therapeutic treatment.
I help individuals on the breast cancer journey heal from the emotional trauma of this diagnosis so they can have better health outcomes. As a breast cancer thriver, my approach to providing services is deeply informed by my personal experience and 20 years of professional practice and training. I understand the devastation, disappointment, and struggle with the negative thoughts and emotions that accompany this diagnosis, including those that can challenge your faith. But I also understand and know the path to recovery, hope, resilience, and victory.
I help individuals on the breast cancer journey heal from the emotional trauma of this diagnosis so they can have better health outcomes. As a breast cancer thriver, my approach to providing services is deeply informed by my personal experience and 20 years of professional practice and training. I understand the devastation, disappointment, and struggle with the negative thoughts and emotions that accompany this diagnosis, including those that can challenge your faith. But I also understand and know the path to recovery, hope, resilience, and victory.
I work with women in early adulthood who are navigating major life transitions while developing a clearer sense of self. Many notice a constant hum of anxiety, getting stuck in looping thoughts, or having intense reactions to seemingly small events, leaving themselves tense, restless, or unsure how to respond. Anxiety, perfectionism, attentional or executive function differences, and early childhood experiences can all add to these overwhelming feelings; we can work together to manage them.
I work with women in early adulthood who are navigating major life transitions while developing a clearer sense of self. Many notice a constant hum of anxiety, getting stuck in looping thoughts, or having intense reactions to seemingly small events, leaving themselves tense, restless, or unsure how to respond. Anxiety, perfectionism, attentional or executive function differences, and early childhood experiences can all add to these overwhelming feelings; we can work together to manage them.
Dr. Jessica F. Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
Through supportive connection and partnership, I believe recovery is possible; and I am enthusiastic about being a part of that process. Having graduated from Shippensburg University with a BA in Psychology, I obtained my Masters in Social Work after working in the mental health field for over a decade. My experience includes working through symptoms of trauma, anxiety, schizophrenia, depression, bipolar, and other mood disorders. I passionately serve folks on the autism spectrum, and in the LGBTQ+ and aging populations. I also recognize and enjoy the challenges that come with working with diverse populations.
Through supportive connection and partnership, I believe recovery is possible; and I am enthusiastic about being a part of that process. Having graduated from Shippensburg University with a BA in Psychology, I obtained my Masters in Social Work after working in the mental health field for over a decade. My experience includes working through symptoms of trauma, anxiety, schizophrenia, depression, bipolar, and other mood disorders. I passionately serve folks on the autism spectrum, and in the LGBTQ+ and aging populations. I also recognize and enjoy the challenges that come with working with diverse populations.
As a therapist, my primary goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship to assist you in meeting your goals. Whether you are seeking therapy to heal past wounds or address current issues, my approach is a collaborative one, building upon your personal strengths and resilience. I provide individual, family, and/or couples therapy to address a variety of mental health symptoms, behavioral disorders, and relationship problems.
As a therapist, my primary goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship to assist you in meeting your goals. Whether you are seeking therapy to heal past wounds or address current issues, my approach is a collaborative one, building upon your personal strengths and resilience. I provide individual, family, and/or couples therapy to address a variety of mental health symptoms, behavioral disorders, and relationship problems.
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.
Jenny Bailey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Not accepting new clients
Serving adults, 18 years and up. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor, graduate of Liberty University, holding a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I use an integrative approach to counseling based on the unique needs of each client. Recognizing the strengths and resources one already has as well as the potential for change within the human spirit, I view individuals through a lens of positivity that guides the therapeutic experience. My professional experience includes culturally inclusive work with teens and adults. I also work with couples to improve communication, rebuild trust, and increase emotional connection.
Serving adults, 18 years and up. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor, graduate of Liberty University, holding a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I use an integrative approach to counseling based on the unique needs of each client. Recognizing the strengths and resources one already has as well as the potential for change within the human spirit, I view individuals through a lens of positivity that guides the therapeutic experience. My professional experience includes culturally inclusive work with teens and adults. I also work with couples to improve communication, rebuild trust, and increase emotional connection.
Christal Hanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Not accepting new clients
My therapy practice is grounded in the strong belief that each individual possesses a deep capacity for wisdom, growth and healing. My role as therapist is to provide my clients with a safe, nonjudgmental and highly effective environment where they can navigate life challenges, heal from painful experiences and enjoy tremendous personal growth.
My therapy practice is grounded in the strong belief that each individual possesses a deep capacity for wisdom, growth and healing. My role as therapist is to provide my clients with a safe, nonjudgmental and highly effective environment where they can navigate life challenges, heal from painful experiences and enjoy tremendous personal growth.
Anna Whittington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Not accepting new clients
I provide a safe, supportive space where clients ages 13 and older can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where individuals feel heard, valued, and empowered. I am committed to meeting clients where they are, helping them navigate their challenges, and guiding them toward growth and self-acceptance. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques with a person-centered philosophy, ensuring that each client's unique needs and experiences are honored.
I provide a safe, supportive space where clients ages 13 and older can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where individuals feel heard, valued, and empowered. I am committed to meeting clients where they are, helping them navigate their challenges, and guiding them toward growth and self-acceptance. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques with a person-centered philosophy, ensuring that each client's unique needs and experiences are honored.
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It can be difficult to reach out for help and even more difficult to admit that you could use some guidance. When you are struggling, having someone in your corner to help you overcome the hurdles in your journey can be helpful. I take a holistic approach, focusing on the symptoms you identify and how they affect you in all areas of your life. We will work as a team to figure out the root cause and find the healthiest ways to cope. The treatment plan will be individualized to YOU, as no two people are exactly the same. Much of our work together will focus on how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact with one another.
It can be difficult to reach out for help and even more difficult to admit that you could use some guidance. When you are struggling, having someone in your corner to help you overcome the hurdles in your journey can be helpful. I take a holistic approach, focusing on the symptoms you identify and how they affect you in all areas of your life. We will work as a team to figure out the root cause and find the healthiest ways to cope. The treatment plan will be individualized to YOU, as no two people are exactly the same. Much of our work together will focus on how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact with one another.
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