Jennifer Bunn, LPC

Jennifer Bunn, LPC Jennifer Bunn, LPC has provided mental health counseling at her private practice in Blackstone, VA since February 1, 2018.

Jennifer accepts clients as young as 13 years old. In-person and online video counseling sessions are available.

Yessss. This is a great way to settle your nervous system. If you struggle with anxiety, do this several times a day to ...
07/16/2025

Yessss. This is a great way to settle your nervous system.

If you struggle with anxiety, do this several times a day to teach your body how to relax. The key is repetition.

And when engaged in relaxed breathing, do not think! Focus your attention on the breath. If a thought pops up, redirect your attention back to the breath.

Starting July 1, my office will be located in a shared professional building at: 401 Church St. Blackstone, VAI look f...
07/01/2025

Starting July 1, my office will be located in a shared professional building at:
401 Church St.
Blackstone, VA

I look forward to welcoming you to the new space!

This is spot on. We must go through it to get through it.
06/25/2025

This is spot on. We must go through it to get through it.

06/01/2025
05/09/2025

INTRO TO MEDITATION CLASS

Offered by Dr Herrsche of South Hill Wellness

No prior experience necessary.

When: Saturday May 10
2pm - 4pm

Where: 5104 Double Bridges Rd, Meherrin, VA 23954

* Strengthens the brain's ability to concentrate by increasing activity in the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for focus and decision-making.

* Improves sustained attention, memory, cognitive function, and reduces mind wandering.

* Reduces anxiety.

* Lowers production of the stress hormone cortisol and increases levels of GABA and serotonin - neurotransmitters associated with relaxation and happiness.

Everyone is welcome!

Bring comfortable seating.

To register or to ask questions, leave a message for Dr. Herrsche at 804-287-3421.

05/08/2025

The Biology of Trauma

1. *Nervous System:* Trauma affects the nervous system, particularly the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. This can lead to an overactive "fight or flight" response or a dissociative "freeze" response.

2. *Hormonal Changes:* Traumatic experiences can disrupt hormonal balances, such as cortisol and adrenaline. This disruption can impact stress response, mood regulation and overall well-being.

3. *Muscle Memory:* Trauma can be stored in muscles as tension or pain. This phenomenon is often linked to somatic experiencing (SE), a therapeutic approach focusing on releasing physical tension.

4. *Epigenetics:* Trauma can influence gene expression through epigenetic changes. These changes can affect how genes are turned on or off, potentially impacting stress response and overall health.

5. *Brain Structure and Function:* Trauma can alter brain structure and function, particularly in regions related to emotional regulation, memory and stress response. Neuroplasticity allows the brain to reorganize and heal.

6. *Gut-Brain Axis:* Trauma can disrupt the gut-brain axis, leading to changes in gut microbiota, inflammation and digestive issues.

H-EAR ye! H-EAR ye! EAR ACUPUNCTURE is now available! Watch the video below to learn about 5 Needle Protocol (5NP), th...
04/29/2025

H-EAR ye! H-EAR ye! EAR ACUPUNCTURE is now available!

Watch the video below to learn about 5 Needle Protocol (5NP), then reserve your session. The group will be held in a quiet, peaceful environment with minimal talking, dedicated to restoration, balance and relaxation.

WHEN: Wednesday, April 30 at 6:00pm - 5 spots open
Thursday, May 1 at pm 2:00pm - 4 spots open
Friday, May 2 at 1:30pm - 5 spots open

Sessions are 30 - 45 minutes with the needles in, so plan on being here for approximately one hour.

COST: $25 per person. No walk-ins. Payment required in advance to reserve a spot. Accept: cash, check, Paypal, Venmo.

WHERE: 609 Church St., Blackstone, VA 434-294-7486 (phone)

Comment below or message me to reserve your spot!

Introduction to the Five Needle Protocol (5NP)This short video offers a gentle introduction to the Five Needle Protocol, a supportive ear acupuncture practic...

Today (Tuesday May 29) at Crewe Library 10am - 2pm.
04/29/2025

Today (Tuesday May 29) at Crewe Library 10am - 2pm.

Address

401 Church Street
Blackstone, VA
23824

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+14342947486

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Mental Health Counseling and Substance Abuse Treatment

Hi there and welcome! With the opening of my private practice soon approaching (February 1, 2018) I wanted a place where I can share a bit about the services I offer; provide information about resources of which our community may not be aware; and maybe even provide support, increase knowledge and reduce stigma about mental health and substance abuse issues. Where else other than Facebook?! I hope you will leave this site feeling more informed than when you arrived. As you know, our rural area has very limited resources so please, engage in discussions and feel free to ask questions. Just keep in mind that actual therapy will not occur on this page and what you post is public.

As a licensed professional counselor, I have helped children, adolescents, adults, and families navigate issues such as depression, anxiety, excessive stress and worrying, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, trauma, grief and loss, low self-esteem, addiction, being the child or loved one of a person with addiction, codependency, relationship stress, parenting struggles, blending families, ADHD, oppositional defiance, adjustment problems, stage of life changes, and more. I consider it a great privilege to be invited into another’s most personal life and I have the utmost respect for anyone who walks through the doors of the counseling office asking for help. Honestly facing ourselves and others sometimes takes great courage.

Believe me, I know.

Life has provided me many opportunities, one of those being to engage in the journey of my own recovery. As loved ones of people with addiction, we can become as sick as the addicted person. I consider this sickness an opportunity because I have arrived at the other side of it having learned how to maintain my own serenity better than ever before, no matter what is or isn’t occurring around me. That’s pretty useful stuff. And life-changing.