Counseling and Wellness Center

10/31/2025

We want to take moment to recognize our winner of our 2nd annual pumpkin decoration contest at CWC. We love this because all of our clients get to take tickets to vote for their favorite pumpkin and the competition is tough because we have some crafty people who do amazing things!

This years winners:
1st - Radar (Ice Craam Pumpkin)
2nd - Emily Stutler (Movie Theater Pumpkin
3rd - Meagan Powers (with some help from her daugher)
And since Meagan PowersMeagan was already gone for the photo shoot, we improvised with her step in 😂

Until next year!! Thanks for having fun with us! Happy Halloween 🎃

10/30/2025

Some people dress up for Halloween to be all kinds of creative things like superheroes, princesses and other fun characters! Our crew decided to go the executive route and dressed up like our CEOs!

10/25/2025

🌟 Provider Spotlight: Holly Gerstell, LPC 🌟

We’re thrilled to highlight Holly Gerstell, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with dual licensure in West Virginia and Ohio. Holly is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families thrive by providing a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. 💙

Holly uses a compassionate, evidence-based approach, drawing from CBT and EMDR to help clients process trauma, manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, and behavioral challenges, and develop healthier coping strategies. She also brings extensive experience working with clients diagnosed with autism.

At the heart of Holly’s work is the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth. She’s deeply committed to creating a space filled with empathy, warmth, and trust walking alongside each client with compassion and unwavering support on their path toward healing and growth. 🌿

Help us celebrate the incredible work Holly does here at Counseling & Wellness Center!

08/05/2025

Meet our Belpre receptionist Shannon!
- Shannon runs the front office & she rocks it! Thank you, Shannon! We are so grateful for you!

07/29/2025

Meet our first floor front office team!
- Brandi & Jamie thank you, for all you do at the Counseling and Wellness Center!

06/26/2025

If you struggle to keep up with cleaning, you are not alone. When you're living with depression, tasks like washing the dishes and doing laundry can feel overwhelming. In one of our most recent articles, we explore some simple tips that can help.
Click here to read the article: https://www.counselingandwellnesscenter.com/articles/cleaning-with-depression

06/25/2025

🌿Struggling with Cleaning & Depression? You're Not Alone🌿

If you're dealing with depression, everyday tasks like cleaning can feel overwhelming. You’re not alone, and there are ways to make things more manageable. Our latest blog article explores practical tips for navigating cleaning when you're feeling down.

🧠 Read on for guidance and support: Cleaning with Depression

Remember, it's okay to take things one step at a time. Your mental health matters. 💙

When you're living with depression, even basic tasks like tidying up or doing dishes can feel nearly impossible. You're not broken. You're struggling with something real, and there are ways to work with that struggle.

06/17/2025

☀June's Provider Spotlight is Greg Syner!
At CWC, we are so grateful for all that our providers do to bring light and healing to the community. Read more about Greg in the image below!

06/16/2025

06/13/2025

☀This summer, take time to wind down! We listed some ideas for you below on how you can take care of your body and mind. Whether you are in need of rest or activity, we are here for you at CWC!

Need to talk to someone about decompressing from a stressful season? Call one of our offices:
💛Parkersburg, WV (304) 422-7300
💚Belpre, OH (740) 401-3088

06/10/2025

It’s okay to:
✅ Feel insecure
✅ Ask for help
✅ Cry
✅ Be vulnerable

Men deserve the full range of human emotions — and the support to navigate them.

Find help and support here: nami.org/menshealthmonth

06/06/2025

Reflections for the Mind

Welcome to a collection of thoughtful quotes crafted to inspire reflection, encourage new perspectives, and support mental well-being. Each quote is a small prompt—an invitation to pause, breathe, and consider a different way of thinking. Whether you’re navigating challenges, seeking clarity, or simply looking for a moment of calm, we hope these words serve as gentle reminders that change is possible, healing is real, and you’re not alone on the journey.