Last edited 12/11/2023

Ophelia Blackwell LPC

VerifiedOffers Online TherapyIn-person Meetings
Acepting new clientsAccepts Insurance
Headshot of Ophelia Blackwell Licensed Professional Counselor

General Office Hours

In Eastern Time

Mondayfrom 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Tuesdayfrom 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Wednesdayfrom 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Thursdayfrom 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Fridayfrom 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?

Ophelia Blackwell, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Stateboard certified Clinical Supervisor who has been practicing since 2006. She graduated from Kansas State University with a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and cognate speciality in marriage and family. She is also a certified clinical counselor and was trained as fellow with the NBCC Minority Fellowship Program. She earned a Masters in Counselor Education from Virginia State University, and her Bachelor of Science degree from Kansas State University. Ophelia believes in a humanistic philosophy to treatment which consist of trauma informed care. She integrates person centered, CBT, EMDR, and trauma informed approaches to care. Her main areas of focus include military and veteran families, PTSD, panic attacks, trauma, grief, and loss. In her spare time, Ophelia enjoys traveling, gardening, cycling, and working as an adjunct graduate professor teaching and supervising interns and future clinical counselors.

Specialties

Depression

Anxiety

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Trauma

General Expertise

Depression

Anxiety

Relationship Issues

Loss/Grief

Life transitions

Trauma

Veterans' issues

Women's issues

In-Network Insurance

Aetna

Anthem

Cigna EAP

ComPsych

Elevance Health

Evernorth Health Services

Kaiser

MultiPlan

Clientele

Adults (25-65)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment Approaches / Modalities

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

Marriage and Family Therapy

Licensure

  • Georgia, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC011218

Education

Kansas State University

Online Therapy

Office at 745 South Milledge Ave, Athens, GA

Frequently Asked Questions About Ophelia Blackwell, LPC

It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Ophelia Blackwell, LPC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.

Is Ophelia Blackwell accepting new clients?

Yes, Ophelia Blackwell is accepting new clients for online therapy in Georgia and in-person appointments at 745 South Milledge Ave, Suite 1A, Athens, GA, 30605.

Does Ophelia Blackwell accept insurance?

Yes, Ophelia Blackwell accepts insurance, including Aetna, Anthem, Cigna EAP, ComPsych, Elevance Health, Evernorth Health Services, Kaiser and MultiPlan.

Does Ophelia Blackwell offer in-person appointments?

Yes, Ophelia Blackwell offers in-person appointments at 745 South Milledge Ave, Suite 1A, Athens, GA, 30605.

Does Ophelia Blackwell offer online therapy?

Yes, Ophelia Blackwell offers online therapy via video sessions to people in Georgia.

How quickly can I see Ophelia Blackwell?

Ophelia Blackwell typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.

What languages does Ophelia Blackwell speak?

Ophelia Blackwell conducts therapy sessions in English.

Can I book an appointment with Ophelia Blackwell online?

Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Ophelia Blackwell online using Choosing Therapy’s directory.