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Although I was trained as a clinical therapist, I believe a collaborative relationship between us is of the utmost importance as w...
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Although I was trained as a clinical therapist, I believe a collaborative relationship between us is of the utmost importance as we seek answers to the questions you bring to therapy.
Lindsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, with 25 years of experience helping teens, adults, and couples find an optimal way to navigate life's issues. Lindsey specializes in depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, grief, substance use issues, managing anger or stress, unproductive communication patterns, phase of life issues, and more.
Lindsey completed her undergraduate degree in Speech (Radio and TV track) from Radford University. She worked in the Broadcast Marketing Industry for 11 years before returning to Radford to complete her Master of Science degree in Community Agency Counseling. Her broadcast marketing skills enabled her to effectively communicate with a wide variety of audiences. Her experience in this area developed the skills necessary to collaboratively define, plan, and implement creative solutions to a wide variety of challenges. In the 24 years since earning her Master's in Counseling, Lindsey has acquired a complementary set of skills, also used to assist her clients in defining and proactively exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to optimize an individual's (or couple's) sense of satisfaction and happiness in their daily lives. Lindsey uses an eclectic approach to therapy, employing techniques from a broad range of theories. Most important to her is a "person-centered" approach which allows one to feel heard and respected. Lindsey also utilizes skills from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and more, tailoring intentional interventions to the unique needs of her clients. Lindsey strongly believes in using a collaborative approach to therapy, knowing her clients know themselves and their issues better than anyone.
All of us experience challenges during our lives. Lindsey is committed to supporting you through this part of your journey to acquire the support, skills, and confidence to work through whatever your challenges may be. Sometimes, reaching out is some of the hardest work you'll do in therapy. If you are ready to reach out and begin (or continue) the work, schedule an appointment with Lindsey today!
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This world is not to be dealt with alone. Let me come alongside you and we can tackle it together!...
This world is not to be dealt with alone. Let me come alongside you and we can tackle it together!
Monica Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience in the mental health and substance use treatment fields. She has provided treatment in various settings and with a wide range of populations. She seeks to help people live more effective lives in order to thrive, not just survive, in life. She specializes in emotional dysregulation, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, interpersonal conflict, grief, major life transitions, complex trauma, and mindfulness practices.
Monica Alexander completed her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling (MA) at Liberty University in 2012. She is a wife and mother and an active member in her community and church. These roles coupled with clinical training and experience allow her to have an effective approach to problem-solving with modalities such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy, substance use treatment modalities (matrix, seeking safety, living in balance), and motivational interviewing.
Monica is ready! She believes you can do hard things. She wants you to become unstuck and free. Monica is confident that she will be able to provide effective treatment and straight answers, and that she will know the difference between when a client needs information versus affirmation to cope with challenges. If you are looking at this now, take the next step and schedule an appointment with her today!
I'm a therapist in rural southwest Virginia known for my ability to establish strong connections with clients, especially children...
I'm a therapist in rural southwest Virginia known for my ability to establish strong connections with clients, especially children and families, through active listening and empathetic understanding.
Reece Cumbo is a Supervisee in Social Work with 14 years of experience in his field. He specializes in supporting individuals and families with issues including mental stress, life transitions, domestic abuse, family conflict, and gender identity concerns. Reece has a background in youth counseling in diverse settings such as homes, schools, probation, out-of-home placement, and out-of-school placement. He values creating a safe space for clients and ensures inclusive, affirming care for everyone regardless of background, beliefs, or orientation.
Reece has a Master of Social Work from East Tennessee State University. He often uses his expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy to foster genuine connections and empower clients to overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. He also uses narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Reece is particularly committed to providing compassionate care for the LGBTQIA+ community but welcomes the opportunity to connect with anyone looking for help. Reach out to Reece for a supportive, understanding, and transformative therapeutic experience.
Psychotherapy isn’t a twentieth-century artifice imposed on nature, but the reinstatement of a natural healing process....
Psychotherapy isn’t a twentieth-century artifice imposed on nature, but the reinstatement of a natural healing process.
Dayton Olsen is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience. He specializes in supporting individuals of all ages through substance use/addiction, mood disorders, serious mental illness, trauma/PTSD, and stress-related conditions. Dayton has a diverse background in community healthcare settings. He takes the perspective that most emotional and mental pain is a result of emotional injury or unresolved emotion and by extension, talk therapy is something that facilitates the mind and body’s natural healing process.
Dayton graduated from Radford University with a Master of Science in Counselor Education. He utilizes existential therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, person-centered therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and motivational intervewing. Dayton is only providing EMDR in-person at this time.
Dayton is currently taking new patients and is looking forward to connecting with you in the first session! When you are ready to begin, Dayton is ready to support you.
As a Christian Therapist, I understand the importance of a holistic approach that includes mental, physical, and spiritual health....
As a Christian Therapist, I understand the importance of a holistic approach that includes mental, physical, and spiritual health.
Kyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience. She is an experienced practitioner working with people of all ages but has come to specialize in adolescents through adulthood. Some of the diagnoses that Kyle is experienced in treating include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, family systems and attachment disorders, substance-related disorders, stage of life changes, and grief and loss.
Kyle has extensive experience in providing trauma-informed care with several years of experience working in the hospital setting. Kyle also has experience in supporting first responders, medical professionals, and military personnel in addition to other professions that experience increased critical incidents and increased risk for PTSD and caregiver fatigue. Her many years in the Emergency Room setting provide her with a unique understanding of the needs of these amazing Heroes.
Kyle has a Master's in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She has worked in community mental health and private practice settings for several years. Kyle is passionate about providing person-centered care that emphasizes strength and courage as she walks through the therapeutic journey with you.
Desiring change and reaching out for help takes incredible bravery. Kyle is available to walk with you through this journey with grace. By using CBT and DBT treatment modalities, she will help you explore your story and gain insight into the emotions, thoughts, and experiences that have brought you to this point in your journey. By growing in awareness, insight, and emotional regulation, you will explore all of the ways that therapy can benefit your present and future.
As a woman of the LGBTQIA community, it is crucial to me to help others struggling with their identity....
As a woman of the LGBTQIA community, it is crucial to me to help others struggling with their identity.
Maria Tarquinio-Kuhn is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience working with individuals with mental health concerns. She specializes in helping and assisting children, adults, and seniors with a range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, parenting, anger management, and behavioral issues. Maria also works with the LGBTQIA population and has spent time during her career in crisis counseling, the school system, and adventure-based counseling.
Maria received her Master’s in Counseling and Human Development from St. Lawrence University and an advanced certificate in Mental Health Counseling from The University of Buffalo. She uses a variety of clinical approaches that target client needs including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based methods, and solution-focused therapy.
Maria believes that helping others is her true calling and would be honored to guide you in achieving success and identifying strengths. She is ready to meet you where you are and encourages you to schedule an appointment today!
As one who understands the impact of overwhelming or distressing life events, my goal is to offer a calm, safe space where healing...
As one who understands the impact of overwhelming or distressing life events, my goal is to offer a calm, safe space where healing feels possible and supported.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 34 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most challenging and meaningful moments. I specialize in trauma-informed care, grief, emotional stress, anticipatory loss, and navigating difficult transitions. I create a calm, compassionate space where you can feel supported, understood, and empowered as you move toward healing. My goal is to help you feel grounded, validated, and safe as you explore what you need most.
I earned my master’s in social work from Radford University. I individualize my approach to support specific needs, drawing from warm, collaborative, and strengths-based practices. I provide a supportive environment where you can begin to ease stress, work through difficult emotions, and strengthen your ability to cope in meaningful and sustainable ways.
I am here to support you, and when you feel ready, I would be honored to walk alongside you as you begin or continue your healing journey. My focus is on helping you feel seen, capable, and supported as you take steps toward greater emotional well-being and personal resilience.
As an eclectic therapist, I understand that not one approach works for everyone, and I will help find a style that works for you....
As an eclectic therapist, I understand that not one approach works for everyone, and I will help find a style that works for you.
Catherine “Cat” Webber is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience supporting individuals facing substance use, addiction, trauma, and serious mental health challenges. She draws from a background working with justice-involved populations and emphasizes empathy, nonjudgment, and personal responsibility. Cat values lifelong learning and is deeply committed to helping clients rewrite their stories with courage, clarity, and connection.
Cat earned her Master’s in Counseling and Human Development from Radford University. She uses a client-centered approach rooted in empathy and empowerment, helping clients navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Her practice includes support for co-occurring disorders, trauma recovery, and crisis management.
Cat is warm, easy to talk to, and passionate about creating a space where clients feel safe, heard, and capable of change. She values the therapeutic relationship and works collaboratively to help clients heal, grow, and build stronger, healthier lives.
I am here to listen, support, challenge, and guide you on your journey toward change and well-being....
I am here to listen, support, challenge, and guide you on your journey toward change and well-being.
QuoVadis Washington Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor with 27 years of professional work experience. She is passionate about helping adults and adolescents (16-17 years of age) with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, depression, & coping with life changes. QuoVadis believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She aims to tailor counseling dialog and treatment plans to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, but QuoVadis is here to support you.
QuoVadis earned her Master of Science in Counselor Education at Radford University. QuoVadis utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy approaches such as mindfulness and emotion regulation, and grounding.
There is a resounding level of courage to be found being a person who wants to grow and learn to navigate life's challenges. QuoVadis is confident that she can support you on your journey to learning about yourself while changing perspectives and learning effective coping strategies. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.
I help children and teens and their families sort out issues and overcome challenges that arise from the effects of trauma on brai...
I help children and teens and their families sort out issues and overcome challenges that arise from the effects of trauma on brain development.
Tami King is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience. She specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families to address behavioral issues, mood disorders, anxiety, and grief. Tami has spent time in residential, school, and community-based settings and has a firm understanding of the daily challenges faced by this population.
Tami received her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston Victoria. She approaches counseling from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approach and uses a variety of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy.
As an experienced clinician, Tami is passionate about assisting clients in exploring how their self-concept impacts their relationships and life choices. She would be honored to walk alongside you and your loved ones on a journey to well-being. Reach out to Tami today!
I strongly believe that every individual is different and has different needs in counseling and since the counselor/client relatio...
I strongly believe that every individual is different and has different needs in counseling and since the counselor/client relationship is at the center of effective therapy, finding a counselor who is a good fit for you is essential!
Shannon is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and has approximately 11 years of experience in providing mental health services in multiple environments. She has had the opportunity to work in private practice, two university counseling centers, and crisis services at a community service board. She has worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, abuse histories, relationship issues, stress, life changes, personal growth, and family of origin issues.
Shannon has an M.A. in Professional Counseling and graduated from Virginia Tech in 2022 with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. She strongly believes that every individual is different and has different needs in counseling. Through a strengths-based and solution-focused lens, she draws on multiple treatment modalities to guide clients in identifying strengths and developing treatment plans that accomplish their goals. Her approach to therapy is client-centered; clients are the experts in their lives and determine the direction and depth of therapy.
Shannon has a passion for helping people take steps toward growth, healing, and wholeness and would value the opportunity to come alongside you in your journey! She looks forward to working with you.
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My go-to approach for helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy is cognitive processing therapy because it allows the client and therapist to examine the trauma and assess the client's feelings and thoughts around the trauma.
I teach the following tools in PTSD/trauma therapy: learning about harmful thinking and how to respond to it, how exposure therapy can help with nightmares and flashbacks, and mindfulness.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they are experiencing fewer flashbacks, nightmares, and negative behaviors related to the trauma.
Clients can supplement their time in PTSD/trauma therapy through mindful meditation, being more active in their lives, and positive thinking techniques.
To prepare for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, someone can read about the type of therapy that they will be receiving, prepare questions for the therapist, and be open and honest.
At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.
PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
If you’ve experienced trauma, the good news is that there is hope to process these events and to find a full and lasting recovery! At Thriveworks Roanoke Counseling we specialize in treating trauma, and our team of passionate and highly trained trauma therapists can come along side you and equip you with the tools you need to heal. Reach out today to get started.
Trauma may be caused by involvement in any event we perceive as deeply disturbing. The following list, while far from exhaustive, covers experiences that are often common in our day-to-day lives, but can potentially be traumatic:
Trauma brings with it a variety of symptoms, and a Thriveworks Roanoke therapist can help you to identify the symptoms in your life and work with you eliminate these negative effects. Among the common symptoms of trauma are physical changes such as headaches, stomach problems, and shortness of breath, a change in activity levels or sensitivity to bright light or loud noises. Being present in large crowds or an unfamiliar place causing a feeling of always being on the alert can also be the result of trauma in your life. Some people find it difficult or impossible to relax, often saying it even hurts to do so.
These symptoms often lead to sleep difficulties including inability to fall or stay asleep, kicking, night sweats, nightmares, frequent waking often as though being startled awake. Similarly, psychological symptoms may involve mood swings, memory problems, emotional pain, substance abuse or addiction (self-medicating), a noticeable change in personal hygiene or housekeeping behavior, taking exceptional risks, isolating, wondering “what’s the point”, flashbacks, aggression, self-mutilation or suicidal thoughts.
Healing from trauma improves our ability to move through future threatening situations with greater ease and can create a natural resilience to stress. We have the power to change the course of our responses, to be proactive rather than merely continuing to react to and be victimized by them. With proper interventions, you have the hope to recover.
While everyone heals at their own rate, not everyone can heal on their own. If your symptoms interfere with your normal daily functions, or if your relationships are being negatively impacted, it’s time to reach out to a professional, and we at Thriveworks Roanoke Trauma Therapy are here to provide you the professional help you need, right away. Call us today and you can likely see a counselor within the week! We’re excited to help you on your road to recovery.
Call Thriveworks Roanoke Counseling today at 540-788-5090. We’re ready to start when you are.
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