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As a former school counselor, wife and mother of adult children, I bring both professional experience and real-life perspective to...
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As a former school counselor, wife and mother of adult children, I bring both professional experience and real-life perspective to my work, creating a warm, compassionate and judgement -free space where clients feel understood, build their strengths, and find meaningful ways to navigate life's challenges.
Hello, I am Kelley Arrowood, a Resident in Counseling and National Certified Counselor based in Virginia. I hold a Master’s in Education in CACREP-accredited School Counseling from Liberty University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology with minors in Human Development and Women’s Studies from UNC Greensboro. For the last year and a half, I have served as a Resident in Counseling in outpatient settings; prior to that, I served seven years as lead school counselor in an elementary school. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation issues, grief, and family stress.
My therapeutic style is eclectic and person-centered. I draw from CBT, solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), DBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing (MI), exposure therapy, play therapy, trauma-focused, and strengths-based approaches. My approach is compassionate, warm, practical, with a healthy dose of humor.
Life can be difficult, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I would feel privileged to hear your story and walk alongside you as you begin or continue your healing journey. Taking the first step can feel intimidating, but you deserve a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. I invite you to schedule an initial appointment.
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I look forward to meeting you where you are and walking alongside you to help create your most authentic and whole self....
I look forward to meeting you where you are and walking alongside you to help create your most authentic and whole self.
Emma Dowman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has served clients at child advocacy centers, public schools, a university counseling center, and a psychiatric hospital. Emma has experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, foster/adoption issues, trauma, and religious/spiritual issues. She enjoys working with clients of all ages: children, adolescents, and adults.
Emma completed both her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Services with a concentration in Counseling and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling at Johnson University. She has a passion for collaborating with each individual to meet their needs while using a cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and solution-focused approach to counseling.
Emma seeks to create an empathetic relationship with individuals to build upon their coping skills and strengths so they can reach the goals they set for themselves and live the life they desire. She hopes to provide each individual with a grace-filled holistic healing opportunity and feels honored at the prospect of doing so.
As a Licensed Clinician with over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, and families, I understand the unique ch...
As a Licensed Clinician with over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, and families, I understand the unique challenges facing our youth today and how to utilize a variety of platforms that encourage engagement in the therapeutic process.
Ashely Ryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic treatment services to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Throughout her career, she has helped individuals in the areas of mood management, anger management, substance use/abuse, trauma, self-esteem, grief/loss, anxiety, stress management, and interpersonal skills.
Ashely completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University and her Master in Education (M.Ed) in Community Counseling from the College of William & Mary. Ashely feels that in order for therapy to be successful, it needs to occur in a safe and comfortable environment where individuals and families feel listened to, validated, and supported. Ashely believes that the client is their own expert as well and that collaboration is key.
Ashely believes in providing high quality, person-centered treatment that focuses on your goals and what you want to accomplish throughout the therapeutic process. She will create a personalized treatment plan that meets your specific needs, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), art/play therapy, and solution-focused therapy. Ashely focuses on strengths, on developing a solid therapeutic alliance, and on empowering individuals and families while providing support and guidance on their treatment needs.
As a surviving victim of trauma and child of a violent broken home, I understand the growing stress and emotions children have now...
As a surviving victim of trauma and child of a violent broken home, I understand the growing stress and emotions children have nowadays and needing a safe, open, and understanding place to be yourself.
Kelly Conner has been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over a year. Kelly has over 10 years of experience in the mental field with both children and adults. She specializes in treating kids on the autism spectrum, divorce, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and OCD diagnoses. Kelly has a background of being a registered behavior technician (RBT) for ABA therapy with children on the autism spectrum for several years. Kelly also has a creative side to help children and families with new perspectives and techniques tailored for each individual.
Kelly has a great way of communicating and building trust and rapport quickly by involving the person's strengths and preferred activities. Kelly likes to use multiple approaches like person-centered play therapy, directed play therapy, sensory play, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused CBT.
It takes a village nowadays. It's okay to not be okay. Everyone needs help at times. Kelly is here for support and comfort to help you achieve your goals and to be there for those rough times. She will be there with you every step of your journey. If you are interested and ready for your journey, schedule an appointment with Ms. Kelly.
My purpose is to support and guide you on your counseling journey and help you achieve your mental health goals....
My purpose is to support and guide you on your counseling journey and help you achieve your mental health goals.
Lyn Ames is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience. She specializes in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate challenges related to depression, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorder, anger, relationship issues, parenting challenges, life transitions, behavioral problems, and mood disorders. Lyn has served clients in in-home therapeutic services, outpatient therapy, and family therapy. She views life's challenges as part of the human experiences that allow individuals to grow.
Lyn earned her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. She uses a holistic, personalized approach that utilizes various clinical techniques, from cognitive behavior therapy to dialectical behavior therapy and person-centered techniques.
Lyn’s counseling style is characterized by collaboration, empathy, respect, and cultural sensitivity within an inclusive space for clients to share their emotions and experiences. She strives to ensure that individuals feel valued and understood. Lyn is dedicated to helping her clients find hope and healing life's journey. Schedule an appointment today!
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Play therapy is a therapeutic technique used for children and young teens. It involves the use of toys, art, and games to help young individuals process mental health challenges they encounter throughout their childhood like trauma, behavioral problems, divorce, or bullying.
Thriveworks play therapists in Blacksburg work with young individuals to help them express themselves, release stress and other emotions, learn about their emotions, and heal from difficult experiences by using toys, games, and art to work through these issues in more digestible and accessible formats.
Thriveworks therapists in Blacksburg conduct play therapy both in person and virtually through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your child.
Play therapy, on average, can take around 20 sessions to effectively address a young individual’s mental health concerns. However, therapy is a very individualized process, meaning that more or fewer sessions might be required depending on the client’s condition and symptoms.
Child play therapy is a way of being with a child that recognizes and embraces their unique developmental level and can provides help for them in a “language” the child can understand – play. If you think your child could benefit from play therapy, reach out to us today to schedule their first play therapy appointment.
At Thriveworks Blacksburg, our trained, experienced and skilled play therapist may be able to utilize play to help a child to better express themselves and work towards resolving their issues. This type of therapy is most often used children between the ages of ages 3 and 12 years, although Play Therapy is a proven effective mental health approach, regardless of age or gender.
Child play therapy can be a useful intervention tool, and also a supportive therapy for:
Play therapy is the most effective when a parent, family member, or caretaker is actively involved in the treatment process. Though some children may benefit from play therapy more than others, most play therapists argue that the practice would be suitable for any child.
Children don’t have the same cognitive ability as an adult to express what’s bothering them. Whether the issue is a behavioral issue, psychological issue, or maybe even medical, they need a way to discuss it. The act of playing is very important. Children can work on issues that are distressing to them, and possibly eventually talk about trauma. Sometimes things are just too hard for them to put into words. But they can work on it with play.
Therapeutic play provides children the opportunity to express themselves at their own pace, with the assurance that they will be understood and accepted.
Our Play Therapy experts at Thriveworks Blacksburg are here to help you and your child sort through confusing issues, cope with difficult or traumatic experiences, and even just confirm and insure that your child is on a path of emotional health and functional well-being. Call 540-376-3348 today to schedule an appointment. Evening and weekend hours are available! In addition, we offer same-week appointments to new clients and accept most major insurances.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Blacksburg is located in the Southpark Business Park near Southpark Drive and Industrial Park Road, off Main Street. It is close to the Virginia Tech campus and right by the Huckleberry Trail.
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