Mental Health Awareness Month is a powerful reminder that taking care of our minds is just as important as caring for our bodies. I’ve faced my own struggles with anxiety likely stemming for ADD, and I know how overwhelming it can feel. I have always kept my own struggle very private, often putting a bright smile onto my face to mask my inner struggle. As I've learned and practiced self care, I feel strong enough to share some of the things that help me stay strong, more con

Friends gather outside sharing a moment of joy on a cold winter day highlighting the benefits of social interaction on positive mental health. As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many people notice a shift—not just in the weather, but in their mood. For some, winter brings more than just cold mornings and darker evenings. It brings increased anxiety, low energy, restlessness, and emotional overwhelm . If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and more importan

We are delighted to welcome Barbara McNamara to our team at Roanoke Valley Counseling Center. Barbara joins us as an integrative therapist — offering both in-person and online sessions — and we’re excited for you to meet her. Why Barbara Could Be the Right Therapist for You Barbara brings a holistic, person-centered approach to therapy — what she calls a biopsychosocial-spiritual method. That means she looks beyond symptoms, helping you explore root causes of emotional pain

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