About Our Team
Norma S. White, NCC, LPC, LMFT, ACS, RPT-S and Director of Couples and Kids
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, I have been providing individual, family, and Play Therapy for over 25 years to children, adolescents and adults in Central Virginia. I work with those who are experiencing relationship problems, separation/divorce, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, grief and loss, parenting problems, abuse, children and adolescent behavior problems, chronic diseases, Attention Deficit Disorder. As Central Virginia's first Approved Clinical Supervisor and first Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I provide supervision to developing therapists and Play Therapists.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, I have been providing individual, family, and Play Therapy for over 25 years to children, adolescents and adults in Central Virginia. I work with those who are experiencing relationship problems, separation/divorce, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, grief and loss, parenting problems, abuse, children and adolescent behavior problems, chronic diseases, Attention Deficit Disorder. As Central Virginia's first Approved Clinical Supervisor and first Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I provide supervision to developing therapists and Play Therapists.
Katelyn Childs is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her Bachelor’s from Virginia Tech and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynchburg College. She has been working in the mental health field for over 5 years in a variety of settings such as community, school, and home-based, as well as private practice. Katelyn enjoys working alongside people of all ages and backgrounds, with adolescents being her foremost passion.
Some of the presenting issues that Katelyn has supported others with are depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, issues related to grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflict, attachment-related difficulties, among other things. Katelyn assists children in working through their difficulties, and to learn more adaptive, beneficial ways of coping through the use of play therapy; she is currently working toward a specialization in play therapy to be credentialed as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT.) She is also in the process of being trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) with the goal of using this effective technique with adults and children alike. Katelyn believes that no matter what a person has experienced, most people can benefit from counseling, and is a strong proponent for early intervention and prevention. Katelyn’s work is most influenced by theorists such as Viktor Frankl and Carl Jung.
Some of the presenting issues that Katelyn has supported others with are depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, issues related to grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflict, attachment-related difficulties, among other things. Katelyn assists children in working through their difficulties, and to learn more adaptive, beneficial ways of coping through the use of play therapy; she is currently working toward a specialization in play therapy to be credentialed as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT.) She is also in the process of being trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) with the goal of using this effective technique with adults and children alike. Katelyn believes that no matter what a person has experienced, most people can benefit from counseling, and is a strong proponent for early intervention and prevention. Katelyn’s work is most influenced by theorists such as Viktor Frankl and Carl Jung.
Erika Theodorides is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. Erika received her Master’s in Counselor Education from Lynchburg College. Erika has more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in an outpatient counseling and school setting. Erika provides counseling with individuals and families to address various issues such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, attention-deficit and disruptive behavior disorders, adjustment disorders, anger management, social skills, and parenting issues.
Erika uses an eclectic approach in her therapy sessions including play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and person centered therapy. She can also provide a unique therapeutic experience to clients through the use of a therapy dog. Erika wants to create an environment where the client feels respected, safe, and supported in their counseling experience.
Erika uses an eclectic approach in her therapy sessions including play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and person centered therapy. She can also provide a unique therapeutic experience to clients through the use of a therapy dog. Erika wants to create an environment where the client feels respected, safe, and supported in their counseling experience.
Ashton Smith is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University in 2015. In 2011 and 2012, Ashton traveled to Rwanda, Africa to explore the impact of trauma on a societal and individual level. During the trip, Ashton explored various ways the country has coped, developed resiliency, and has overcome the impacts of trauma. Ashton has five years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings to include crisis settings, school settings, and home settings prior to transitioning to private practice.
Ashton provides counseling to individuals of all ages and families to address various issues such as trauma, anxiety, anger management, abuse, depression, life changes, parenting issues, grief, attention-deficit disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and adjustment disorders. Ashton uses an eclectic approach in sessions, but finds that she utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy, with a trauma and person-centered approach most frequently. Most importantly, Ashton has a desire and a heart to walk alongside her clients and provide a safe and accepting environment in their journey to hope and restoration.
Ashton provides counseling to individuals of all ages and families to address various issues such as trauma, anxiety, anger management, abuse, depression, life changes, parenting issues, grief, attention-deficit disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and adjustment disorders. Ashton uses an eclectic approach in sessions, but finds that she utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy, with a trauma and person-centered approach most frequently. Most importantly, Ashton has a desire and a heart to walk alongside her clients and provide a safe and accepting environment in their journey to hope and restoration.
Couples & Kids in the News with Helpful Parenting Tips
Taking Care of You
Children and Violence
Avoiding Arguments over the Holidays
Work/Life Balance
Helping Children Cope with Mother Nature
Managing School Anxiety for Students and Parents
Children and Divorce
Taking Care of You
Children and Violence
Avoiding Arguments over the Holidays
Work/Life Balance
Helping Children Cope with Mother Nature
Managing School Anxiety for Students and Parents
Children and Divorce