Kierra Whitman, LPC

 Hi! 

I’m Kierra, a Licensed Professional Counselor in West Virginia and the Founder of Hidden Peaces.

I work with individuals ages 8 and up, with a special focus on girls, women, and gender non-conforming people who have ever felt labeled as “misfits,” “too much,” or “broken.”

I help my clients:

• Identify and navigate overwhelming emotions and thoughts
   
• Reduce the intensity of emotional, mental, and physical responses to trauma and triggers
   
• Explore what it means to thrive as a neurodiverse (or neurospicy!) woman or gender non-conforming individual in a neurotypical world
   

I'm trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and I often integrate tools and techniques from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Art/Play Therapy to create a personalized and effective healing experience.

Outside the therapy room, I’m a mother, a gamer, a remarried widow, and an artist. I bring all of those lived experiences with me into the work I do.

I offer therapy both in person and via telehealth for clients in West Virginia.
 

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

Hi! I’m Holly Yates, a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) in West Virginia, working with individuals ages 5 and up.

I’m passionate about helping people from all walks of life heal from the emotional challenges they face every day. My work centers around providing support and guidance to clients navigating stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth.

In my practice, I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), as well as Play Therapy and Virtual Reality (VR) Therapy.

You may wonder how  Play Therapy or Virtual Reality can help in your healing journey. Through Play Therapy, children can better understand and express their “big” emotions and experiences. I’ve also seen the power of Virtual Reality Therapy in helping individuals reduce trauma and PTSD symptoms, and even overcome anxiety about everyday activities—like driving.

My goal is to empower you to achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Outside of therapy, I enjoy hiking, fishing, crafting, and baking.

Available for in-person or teletherapy sessions in West Virginia.

Insurances accepted:Blue Cross Blue Shield, PEIA, Medicaid (Unicare, Aetna Better Health, The Health Plan, BCBS Health Options), and Private Pay.