
Ken Powers
Ken Powers is a strength-based clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience using CBT, TF-CBT, and Person-Centered Therapy. Ken works with children, teenagers, adults, and parents, helping individuals discover how their strengths may be utilized to overcome challenges. After each session, he hopes you will gain insight and make new discoveries about yourself.

Billings Collins
I am a licensed clinical Social worker in Virginia, with over 5 year experience providing direct counseling services to individuals, groups, families and couples. I have over 15 years experience as a social worker and have gained experience working with many populations to include, seniors, adolescents, and adults at all stages of life. I have worked in community based settings, acute settings and long term residential settings. My experience allows me to work with a wide range of issues and populations. My approach to therapy is goal oriented and solutions focused. I approach therapy from a place of compassion, empathy and understanding, with no judgement. I want to help others identify issue that are causing problems in their lives,. Through therapy i would like to help others develop plans to address their issues and over come obstacles and barriers that maybe preventing them from living life to the fullest and reaching their maximum potential. Therapy is big step and can be a powerful tool for self-improvement and i would like to help. I look forward to working with you!

Melissa Futreal
I began helping others in 1990 as a Peer Counselor while active duty in the Marine Corps. After earning degrees in Psychology and Social Work at UNCW/ECU, I obtained Licensure to practice independently with Virginia Board of Health Professionals in 2004. I am originally from the Hampton Roads area, but have enjoyed working internationally with people from many different backgrounds. I have 3 decades of experience treating trauma with effective, evidenced based modalities, such as CPT , PET, and EMDR. Whether through individual, couples , or Family therapy, I enjoy bringing others to their best version of themselves. I have a warm and practical approach, frequently using a holistic lens to offer practical techniques such as yoga, acupressure, and breathing techniques to alleviate symptoms. I have successfully treated most issues people experience with compassion, and positivity for the future.

Dr. Patricia Colby
Dr. Colby has many years of experience in the field of psychotherapy. She has worked with individuals in acute in-patient, residential and out-patient treatment settings. Dr. Colby provides a supportive, non-judgmental space where one can share whatever stressors they are experiencing. She is a great listener. People often feel so comfortable in her presence that they share intimate details of painful experiences that they may have never felt comfortable sharing with any one previously. Dr. Colby completed a master’s degree in Community Clinical Psychology from Norfolk State University and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, with an emphasis on depth psychology, from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Additionally, she has completed a two year course as a healing prayer minister which blends the practice of psychology and spirituality.

Kristy Justice
I am licensed as a LCSW in Virginia, California, Colorado, and Florida with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe therapy is a process, and take a conversational approach with clients. My approaches tend to focus on our thought patterns, identifying distorted thinking, and learning how that affects us in our daily lives. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Elizabeth Moonan
I am a clinical social worker and therapist licensed in Virginia with over 9 years of experience working in various clinical settings. I have experience in helping people with a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, bipolar disorder and depression. My therapy approach is empathetic, warm and interactive as I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Whole health and wellness is central to my approach as well, as I see therapy as a piece within a larger puzzle that can include additional pieces such as medication, community or nutrition. I currently work within an environment that creates and fosters that sense of community, belonging and support that is so crucial. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based and person-centered therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment approach to meet your unique needs. It takes courage to take that first step towards seeking a more fulfilling and happier life and I would like to recognize that courage in you. I am here to support and empower you; I look forward to working with you!

Jalisa Lewis
My name is Jalisa and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over five years of experience providing therapy services. I have worked in a wide range of therapeutic settings to include: inpatient psychiatric hospital, residential behavioral treatment facility, a medical hospital (working within a pediatric intensive care unit), as well as within higher education. I have experience working with clients affected by depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma and relationship challenges from individual, group and family work. While I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, my approach is extremely client centered. I believe that you, the client, are the experts on your life and determine the direction and depth of therapy. Through a strengths-based and solutions-focused lens, I draw on multiple treatment modalities to guide clients in identifying strengths and developing treatment plans that accomplish their goals. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I assist clients in exploring relationships among thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to aid in discovering dysfunctional thought patterns leading to self-destructive behaviors and beliefs. I am also trained in the evidence based model of Functional Family Therapy (FFT) where I view the entire family unit as the identified client, working to engage and motivate, facilitate behavior change, and generalize the skills learned to areas outside of the home. I do not take it lightly that you have chosen me to support you during what may be a challenging time in your life. My hope is to aid you in living a more empowered and peaceful life! My areas of interest include racial equality and ethnic diversity, women's empowerment, and the relationship between physical/mental wellness. Should you feel in need of urgent help or that you are in crisis at any time during our work together; please call 1-800-273-TALK 24 hours a day; or 911. This forum does not provide any type of emergency services, so I want to be sure you know who to contact if you need immediate help.

Isaac Choi
I am licensed in Virginia with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Erin Byrnes
I am licensed in Virginia, Texas, Washington and Oregon. I have 20 years experience in helping clients with trauma recovery, grief and loss, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Crystal Copeland
I am a veteran and licensed LPC in Virginia with over 6 years of history in professional work w combined experience pre and post licensure. I have experience in helping clients with PTSD , MST, military related issues, stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, depression and many other dx. I also have experience working with those coping through life changes. I work with my clients to create a strong therapeutic alliance that can enable them to feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts and feelings without fear. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Rural Retreat
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Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Rural Retreat available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Rural Retreat therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Rural Retreat therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Rural Retreat region and in the state of Virginia.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Rural Retreat can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Rural Retreat may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.