Kierra Whitman, LPC

(Works with 8 and up)

Hi! My name is Kierra (she/her), a Licensed Professional Counselor of West Virginia and Founder of Hidden Peaces. 

I help girls, women and gender non-confirming individuals who feel like they are or have been labeled as a "misfit", "dramatic" or "broken" with: 

• Identifying and navigating overwhelming emotions and thoughts. 
• Decreasing the intensity of emotional, mental and physical responses to memories or triggers of past trauma/s or abuse. 
• Exploring how to thrive as a Neurodiverse/ Neurospicy woman or gender non confirming individual in this neurotypical world. 

 I am trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I utilize different tools and techniques associated with Internal Family  Systems (IFS) and Art/ Play Therapeutic  Techniques.

I am a mother, a gamer, a remarried widow, and artist. 

(In person or teletherapy in WV)

Insurances accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield, PEIA/UMR, Medicaid (Unicare, Aetna Better Health, The Healthplan) and Private Pay

(Works with 5 and up)

My name is Holly Yates, and I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) in West Virginia. 

I'm passionate about helping individuals from all walks of life learn how to heal from the emotional challenges they face in their daily lives. My primary focus is providing support and guidance to my clients as they work on stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth. 

In my practice, I utilize various tools and techniques associated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I also utilize tools and techniques from Play Therapy and Virtual Reality Therapy. 

Many may wonder how the techniques of Play Therapy and Virtual Reality Therapy may be beneficial within their journey of healing and growth. Through the use of Play Therapy techniques, children are able to  increase their understanding of any big emotions and life circumstances. I have witnessed the effectiveness of Virtual Reality (VR) in assisting individuals with reducing PTSD/Trauma symptoms and decreasing anxiety surrounding daily tasks, such as driving a car. 

I am committed to empowering you to achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling life.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy hiking, fishing, crafting, and baking.

(In person or teletherapy in WV)

Insurances accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield, PEIA, Medicaid (Unicare, Aetna Better Health, The Healthplan) and Private Pay