Aaron Gleaves

My clients describe me as:

I want you to feel heard, understood, supported, and cared for, so that you can live your life the way you would like to.

Something to know about my approach is:

In the world we live in, it can be a brave act to be ourselves. I strive to make our time together a respite, a space that allows you to feel celebrated rather than judged. I want to provide a calm, healing presence in my practice.

Together, we will:

We will work towards forming a relationship that allows us to explore your strengths, your needs, and your goals at a pace that feels comfortable. Motivational Interviewing methods help me inspire a sense of confidence in the people I serve.

I specialize in working with people who:

Through my professional and personal experiences, I have become adept in assisting with mental health crisis, depression, grief, racial/sexual/gender identity related trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and substance abuse.

I became a therapist because:

I became a therapist to connect with people who are struggling and I strive to honor their experience every day.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

I am new to providing counseling in the New River Valley, and at this time I am able to schedule many clients in the same week that they reach out.