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03/19/2026

We’re proud to share Begin therapist and law enforcement officer, Logan Hartsog, LGSW’s article in Police1. He brings a unique perspective and valuable insight to our practice and has availability for virtual sessions statewide in WV. Contact us to get started with Logan. Check out the full article— linked in comments. 🚨👏

03/17/2026

Karlee is out of the office today prepping for the Western Maryland First Responder Health and Wellness Conference. Are you going to be there?! Begin presents Friday 4/24/26 9:15-10:15 & 4/25/26 8:45-9. Free to attend, registration required. Link in the comments!

03/06/2026

Check out the Insights section of our website for more articles written by us!
https://www.begincounseling.com/insights/when-work-feels-heavy-burnout-or-trauma

02/27/2026

We are looking forward to the opportunity to present “Train for Trauma: Professional Counseling for First Responders” on Friday morning as well as an introduction of Begin Counseling (prior to Travis Howze 3-hour presentation on Saturday morning) including how we provide specialized services designed for first responders, military, and high stress professions in-person locally, and throughout WV, VA, and MD.

Our Clinical Team devotes our professional efforts to truly get, and provide genuinely helpful care for first responders. We hope to see you there; come say hello! We’ll be around both days.

Thank you Hagerstown Police Department and Hagerstown Professional Fire Fighters Local 1605 for inviting us to be part of this event.

Free event, registration required.

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02/17/2026

Check out the new “Insights" section of our website for the latest articles written by members of our Clinical Team. Start with this one for relationship insight that will outlast roses and chocolate.

Practice daily gratitude and honest communication to transform your relationship from a competition into a supportive home for both of you.

01/27/2026

Have you seen our billboard? We understand how high-stress professions impact families and life. Reach out to talk to us about our approach to professional counseling. We provide therapy for all individuals in our community, and throughout WV, VA, and MD.

01/23/2026

Thank you LVMPD Downtown Area Command for having Karlee ride along with swing shift earlier this week. The welcome and professionalism from everyone on shift was evident from start to finish. Karlee’s time with Las Vegas Metro LVMPD provided valuable conversation and insight. We are consistently learning and looking for ways that our practice can better serve first responders.

Special thanks to Sgt. Peshlakai and Ofc. Clark (pictured - at midnight, nearing end of shift) for their genuine care in their roles, responsibilities, and community.

📸 Photo credit: Lt. Winn - and thank you Lt. for setting this up for us.

01/11/2026

🚨Local first responder families 🥰 Snow Riders

🚑🚔FIRST RESPONDERS NIGHT🚔🚑
This Thursday, January 15th!! First responders snow tubing tickets are FREE(must make a reservation still!) and all family members tickets are only $25!!

01/02/2026

Grateful while also anticipating what’s to come.

12/23/2025

Thank you to every client and agency we work with for trusting us in your most difficult times. The clinical team at Begin Counseling offers competence, understanding, and genuine care to our community, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, and many surrounding areas. Consider changing the trajectory of your life in lasting ways with the support of professional counseling.

12/19/2025

Thank you Hagerstown Police Department Peer Support Team for welcoming Karlee Davis for training and conversation. Begin Counseling appreciates our partnership with HPD and other agencies across the region, serving as a trusted resource where officers and other first responders can access private, fully confidential, professional counseling.

12/01/2025

December has a way of piling on stress, especially for first responders and anyone carrying the weight of past trauma. You don't have to wait for the new year to make you and your family a priority. Complete the contact form on our website; we’d love to connect with you today.