Brenda Everett

Co-Founder and Therapist Ph.D, MA, LPC, NCC, ALPS

Hi, I’m Dr. Brenda Everett.

I provide individual, one-on-one therapy via in-person and telehealth to children, adolescents, and adults in West Virginia. I am a Licensed professional counselor, nationally certified counselor, educator, and Unbound Counseling, LLC co-owner. I have over 20 years of experience serving diverse populations in the military, the Department of Veterans Affairs, higher education, non-profit agencies, and group and individual practice.

I'm not your typical therapist. 

​I'm real. I'm approachable. And I don't think therapy should be some stale, clinical, non-personable experience.

I come from a small, rural Appalachian town in WV, where mental health was not a common topic of discussion. This personal journey has shaped my approach to therapy. I want to hear you. I want you to feel seen. I want to provide you a safe space when life feels overwhelming and chaotic.

We can process thoughts, goals, trauma, or just wherever we are. You can expect transparency and humor. I value connectedness and ‘commonizing’ the emotional pain that you may feel that no one sees.

My counseling orientation is based in trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches. I incorporate polyvagal theory, attachment theory, and somatic work into my work, as I believe it provides the most comprehensive model for understanding how trauma impacts both the brain and the body. I also use Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and narrative therapy approaches. Techniques such as multisensory approaches and art therapy can also be seen in sessions.

When I am not providing therapy, I usually spend time with my family and intentional family, listen to podcasts, travel to new and familiar places, get lost in nature, take a great nap, read books, and drink coffee in porcelain mugs.

Professional Affiliations

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - West Virginia

  • Approved Licensed Professional Supervisor (ALPS) - West Virginia

  • Nationally Board-Certified Counselor (NCC)

Education and Training

  • Doctor of Philosophy, Counselor Education and Supervision – Duquesne University

  • Master of Arts, Counseling – West Virginia University

Please Note: I cannot accept new clients now as my caseload is full, and I do not maintain a waitlist. I will update this page when this changes.

Some of My Areas of Focus

  • trauma

  • depression, anxiety, chronic pain

  • adjusting to life change, stress management

  • grief and loss, living grief

  • relationship conflicts and codependency

  • crisis management

  • the “stuff of life

Specializations

  • crisis management, critical stress debriefing, and psychological first aid

  • working with veterans, military, and law enforcement

  • trauma, adjusting to change, stress management

What I Help With

  • Professional Training & Continuing Education

    • Individualized training and consultation are provided on the following topics:

      ·       Military, Veterans, and Law Enforcement & Family Members

      ·     Competencies in Group Work

      ·       Crisis Response and Co-Regulation

      ·       Trauma-informed care

  • Consultation

  • Clinical Supervision

    • ALPS credentialed provider to support school and mental health counselors

    • Virtual and in-person supervision for counselors seeking LPC licensure in West Virginia

    • Trauma-Informed Supervision