Ribbon cutting held for new therapy practice office in Elkins
ELKINS, W.Va. (WBOY) — Passages Therapy and Counseling, PLLC, had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new office in Elkins Thursday.
Eleven therapists work for the practice and offer therapy for individuals, couples and families. For flexibility, Passages offers sessions both in-person and via telehealth, as well as evening and weekend options.
Owner Marlena Chestnut has been working in mental health since 2008, starting out at Chestnut Ridge Center. She said she has always planned on opening her own practice, and that Passages will try to help people with any need.
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The practice has been in the area since 2020, but its address at 120 Randolph Avenue is the first office space it's owned. Those interested in Passages' services can visit its website to start the intake process.
Chestnut said that Passages is also opening new offices in Fairmont, Morgantown, Mannington and Kingwood.
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