7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Therapist

 7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist David Mortellaro has been in family counseling practice for 32 years. He founded Southwest Virginia’s ABT Counseling in Roanoke 25 years ago. There are almost 30 counselors on the ABT Counseling staff. He...

Five Ideas to Staying Mentally Healthy This Holiday

 Five Ideas to Staying Mentally Healthy This Holiday Season     Welcome to the final days of 2020. Whew! Give yourself a high five. You’ve made it to the holidays! At ABT Counseling we are thankful for you and wish you all the best during this...

Grief and Loss During the Holidays

 Grief and Loss During the Holidays.   Grief and loss is something everyone goes through. And it is never easy. Especially during the holidays. One study found that almost six in ten Americans are grieving the loss of someone close to them within the past...

Meet Laurel Martin

 Meet Laurel Martin, LPC, LMFT   Laurel Martin has over 25 years of experience as a  Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  She received her Master’s degree at James Madison University and completed Post Graduate work...

Celebrating ABT’s 25th Anniversary

 Celebrating ABT Counseling's 25th Anniversary This month, ABT Counseling has crossed a significant threshold. The therapists at ABT have been helping individuals and their families walk through mental health challenges for 25 years! David Mortellaro, LPC,...