Experiential therapists in Blacksburg, VA
Browse Experiential therapists in Blacksburg, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Experiential
James C. Carpenter, PhD, ABPP
Psychologist, PhD (Clinical Psychology, Ohio State U), Board Certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), PSYPACT
My clinical experience is wide and deep. I estimate I have conducted about 90,000 hours of psychotherapy sessions, including many hours training and supervising other therapists. This experience covers many modes: individual therapy, as well as family, couple and group therapy. My basic orientation is existential and psychodynamic, but I have added much training and experience in other approaches on top of that over the years. I am Board Certified in Clinical Psychology, ABPP, have served 2 terms as a board director and secretary for the American Academy of Psychotherapy, and previously trained young clinical psychologists and psychiatric residents at the University of North Carolina. We keep learning more about how to be effective therapists, and I have aggressively added to my clinical wisdom. I stand ready to work to understand you deeply, and help you profoundly, whatever your current dilemmas.
41 Years Experience
Online in Blacksburg, VA
Experiential
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
Something in you knows that what you're carrying runs deeper than the presenting problem.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable, and outwardly composed-yet internally they live with anxiety, depression, chronic tension or pain, relentless self-criticism, or a sense that something essential is blocked, muted, or just out of reach. These struggles may surface in mood, in the body, in behavior, or in relationships-including sexuality and intimacy-but they are rarely contained to any one area. They tend to reflect deeper emotional and relational patterns formed early in life, often before language, that continue to shape how a person approaches closeness, vulnerability, agency, pleasure, and self-expression.
My work centers on how early experience shapes the capacity for self-regulation, desire, connection, and meaning throughout life-and particularly on how people come to know what they need and want, how they learn to express or inhibit those impulses, and what happens when these capacities become conflicted, constricted, or difficult to sustain.
I integrate psychoanalytic hypnotherapy, somatic awareness, and clinical sexology within a reflective, depth-oriented process. Hypnosis functions as a central clinical tool-creating conditions for deeper internal contact with emotional, bodily, and unconscious experience that can be difficult to reach through conversation alone. The aim is not only relief from symptoms, but the development of a more coherent and compassionate relationship with one's inner life: sensations, emotions, impulses, and desires.
This work is oriented toward lasting psychological change-and toward greater freedom in how one relates to oneself, one's body, and one's capacity for connection, authenticity, and vitality. It is best suited to those ready to move beyond symptom management toward something more fundamental.
7 Years Experience
Online in Blacksburg, VA (Online Only)
Experiential
Evolve Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C, LPC
At Evolve Counseling Services, we offer compassionate support to individuals seeking to manage symptoms of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and maternal mental health concerns such as perinatal anxiety and stress. Aligned with the Health At Every Size philosophy, we prioritize a weight-inclusive approach in our care. We proudly serve as an LGBTQIA+ ally, providing gender-affirming support in a space where everyone is valued.
We aim to help you enhance your overall functioning and navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. We take a supportive and healing approach to guiding you toward growth and well-being. Let us help you find the balance and peace you deserve.
7 Years Experience
Online in Blacksburg, VA
Experiential
Dr. JD Wright
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
My approach is grounded in an understanding of the impact of trauma, recognizing that our struggles always exist in the context of our environments and histories. I weave mindfulness and positive psychology into our sessions, aiming not just for 'okay,' but for a life that feels truly meaningful and fulfilling. Trained in clinical hypnosis, EMDR, ACT, and CBT, I bring a diverse toolkit to tailor our sessions to your unique needs.
I see our time together as a collaborative space, where your feedback and active participation shape the path to your well-being. There's no one-size-fits-all in therapy—I believe in finding the approach that resonates best with you and addresses your specific concerns. Let's embark on this journey towards positive change together.
6 Years Experience
Online in Blacksburg, VA
Experiential
Jim McKinley-Oakes
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I help people heal from trauma. I use EMDR, Gestalt therapy, and other mind -body methods to address PTSD, anxiety, and depression in ways that are safe, gentle, and effective. If you have any questions, please call me or send me an email .
32 Years Experience
Online in Blacksburg, VA
Experiential Therapy therapists in Blacksburg, VA Statistics
Experiential Therapy therapists in Blacksburg, VA average 16 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (93%), Stress (71%), and Depression (66%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 93% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Stress |
| 66% | Depression |
| 66% | Self Esteem |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
| 51% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 29% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 46% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Men |
| 24% | Military / Veterans |
| 20% | Christian |