Lewis Counseling Practice

11/04/2026

Stress doesn't always look the way we expect.

Sometimes it looks like irritability, difficulty concentrating, feeling overwhelmed by everyday tasks, withdrawing from others, or constantly feeling like you have to catch up.

Stress can affect us emotionally, physically, and behaviorally.

Take a moment to check in with yourself:

💭What has been weighing on me lately?
💭What do I need more of?
💭What is one thing I can take off my plate?

Recognizing stress is an important step toward finding healthier ways to manage it.

11/02/2026

We were fortunate to visit this program a few weeks ago. Such a super neat program!! This is a great way for teens interested in the legal system to get valuable experience and get involved in our community!

11/02/2026

10/29/2026

Help us welcome Rachel Richardson MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC to Lewis Counseling Practice!🥳

We’re excited to welcome Rachel to our team as she expands our ability to support clients through medication management!

With a nursing background and experience in behavioral health since 2018, Rachel is passionate about creating a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey..

Rachel believes meaningful mental health care starts with feeling safe, heard, and understood. She values building trusting relationships and working collaboratively with each client to develop a treatment plan that reflects their individual needs and goals.

A little about Rachel outside of work: she enjoys spending time with her husband, three sons, and three miniature dachshunds! 🐾 She also loves boating, wake surfing, watercolor painting, and spending time with family and friends.

✨ Looking for medication management support?

Rachel currently has Friday telehealth appointments available, with evening appointments coming soon!

Rachel is in network with BCBS, PEIA/UMR, UnitedHealthcare, and The Health Plan.

📩 Reach out to Lewis Counseling Practice to learn more or schedule an appointment.

We’re so happy to have Rachel on our team!

10/27/2026

As we wrap up Part 3 of our Ethics Training focused on working with children and adolescents, we’re reflecting on the importance of ongoing learning, ethical practice, and providing developmentally informed care.

A special thank you to Elisabeth Simpson Ph.D., CRC, NCC, Provisionally Licensed Counselor for her hard work, dedication, and thoughtful approach to sharing this valuable information with our team. We’re grateful for the opportunity to continue learning, growing, and strengthening our commitment to the children, teens, and families we serve. 🤍

This is just the beginning! Stay tuned as we transition into more training opportunities focused on children and adolescents, continuing to build our knowledge and deepen our commitment to this important work. ✨

10/23/2026

Sometimes therapy isn’t about learning something new, it’s about questioning the things you’ve been taught to believe about yourself, relationships, and what you “should” be doing.

You’re allowed to challenge old beliefs and make room for something healthier🗣️💡💭

10/21/2026

A little IFS reminder for when you’re being hard on yourself 🤍

IFS teaches us to get curious about our different parts rather than judging, fighting, or trying to get rid of them. Even the parts we struggle with often developed for a reason.

Save this for the next time you need a reminder to meet yourself with a little more compassion. 🌱

10/19/2026

We all have different parts of ourselves. Maybe the part that overthinks, the part that people-pleases, or the part that gets defensive when we feel hurt.❤️‍🩹

Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps us get curious about these parts instead of judging or trying to get rid of them. Because even the parts we struggle with are often trying to protect us in some way.

Sometimes, healing starts with listening to the parts of us we’ve been trying to silence. 🌱

10/17/2026

We had the opportunity to visit Monongalia County Teen Court and share about our profession as mental health counselors! 💙

Amanda Lewis, LPC, and Sarah Small, LPC, enjoyed talking with local teens about what we do, the importance of mental health, and the many ways counselors can support individuals and families in our community.

At Lewis Counseling Practice, we believe in the importance of education, advocacy, and making mental health care more accessible. We’re grateful for opportunities like this to connect with our community and help the next generation learn more about mental health and the counseling profession!

Thank you to Monongalia County Teen Court for having us! 💙

10/16/2026

Friday can feel like the longest day of the week...🥵

If you’re running on empty, take it one thing at a time.

You don’t have to do everything perfectly, you just have to get through today💜

The weekend is almost here.✨🌱