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ABT Counseling is committed to your good mental health. You’ll find below recent articles posted by our staff on mental health topics such as marriage and family, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
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ABT Counseling’s Mission Since its inception in 1995, ABT Counseling has offered “more than just talk therapy”. Our CEO and clinical director, David Mortellaro, is passionate about offering clients evidence-based options for addressing their concerns in addition to a...
Need Help for Mental Health? You’re not alone!
Mental Health in Virginia According to Mental Health America, in 2023 around 20% of adults and teens in Virginia experienced mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. These prevalence data are similar to the national average....
7 Things to Consider When Choosing a 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 has seen thousands of patients during that timeframe....
Five Ideas to Staying Mentally Healthy This Holiday
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 season. There is a lot of great advice on how to embrace the Christmas...
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 three years. Sadness, depression, inability...
Meet Laurel Martin
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 at James Madison University and...