Where your story is heard, held, & honored
Compassionate curiosity and courageous kindness in service of your mental health needs
Counseling Services
We provide support and guidance for mental wellness:
Dr. Joanna Collins, PhD., LPC, CCTP
Do you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—emotionally reactive in relationships, weighed down by self-doubt, or silently carrying the impact of past pain? You may be thoughtful and motivated for change, but unsure how to move forward. You deserve a space where your story is honored and your growth supported. My clients seek clarity, emotional balance, and deeper connection—with themselves and others. Together, we work to move beyond survival mode toward a life of confidence, peace, and purpose
I help adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and relationship patterns rooted in attachment wounds. Using EMDR, CBT, and self-compassion, I offer a safe, collaborative space to process the past, build insight, and create lasting change. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and tailored to your goals.
Taking the first step toward support is a meaningful decision. I provide a respectful, collaborative space to explore your goals and challenges. If you're ready to begin, I welcome the opportunity to work with you.
Evan Collins, M.Ed.
Mental Health Counselor Resident
Evan Collins is a licensed mental health practitioner resident working towards full licensure in the state of Virginia. Evan holds a Bachelor of Arts in sociology with a minor in political science from Arizona State University and a Master of Education in clinical mental health counseling from Auburn University. Evan has worked in both community mental health as a school-based therapist in Asheville, NC and Roanoke, Virginia, as a concierge therapist working virtually at the Veal Group, LLC in Lagrange, GA and a private practice clinician at Gofman Therapy and Consulting in Roanoke, VA. Evan is also trained in EMDR therapy.
Evan practices from a relationship-focused perspective, influenced by psychodynamic, trauma-informed narrative, and relational cultural theories. The goal of the therapeutic relationship is for courageous compassion, safety, and affirmation to be experienced by every client.