Hi, I’m Braelin. I am a resident in counseling who focuses on creating a safe and open space to help others be able to live their best and healthiest life.
I completed my undergraduate degree at CNU in 2023 with a B.S. in Psychology with minors in Leadership and Childhood Studies. I received my M.S. in Counseling and Human Development with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2025 through Radford University.
Through my own personal and professional experiences, I have gained a great understanding and passion for hearing others’ stories, and using my skills to help guide them to a more fulfilling life.
I completed my internship at the Inpatient Psychiatric unit at New River Valley Carilion hospital, as well as the Radford University Student Counseling Center. These experiences allowed me to see many different kinds of people, each with their own story to share.
I have experience with individual and group counseling, involving ages between 16 and 80. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, various mental health issues and diagnoses, and the many struggles that life can throw our way.
I have a passion for working with individuals in the hospice care system, as well as working with their families to help navigate them through a difficult time.
I typically use a variety of techniques in my sessions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client- Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness techniques, often with a Solution Focused Mindset. While these are my preferred techniques, I emphasize the importance of getting to know each of my clients individually, and using different techniques depending on what the client and I feel would be the most beneficial.
I value developing collaborative relationships, so that the course of our sessions is driven by teamwork between myself and my client.
My overall goal is to make sure my clients feel safe and supported while in a judgement-free environment.
You don’t have to struggle alone through the difficulties with which you are currently dealing. Therapy can help you better understand your strengths and lead you to a different understanding and a more meaningful life. I value you, your strengths, areas that you might need to work on, and everything in between, because all of your experiences make up who you are, which is someone worth valuing.
My clinical supervisor is Crystal Myers, LPC. She can be reached at (434)990-1744.
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