Budy Whitfiled

Budy Whitfiled is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience as a therapist, director, and life coach. He has had the privilege of working with clients facing a diverse range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and navigating the child welfare system. Budy possesses extensive expertise in treating physical trauma, emotional and sexual abuse. His counseling style is characterized by warmth and interactivity, underscoring his belief that the client/therapist relationship is the cornerstone of effective counseling. He is dedicated to treating everyone with respect, dignity, and compassion. Budy has provided therapy across various settings, including private practice, non-profit organizations, residential treatment centers, and family foster care. His experience encompasses trauma, critical incident response, working with dually-diagnosed clients, addressing child sexual abuse, and mental illness. Utilizing an array of therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Solution-Focused techniques, Budy employs a client-centered practice in his work with both adolescents and adults. His aspiration for each of his clients is that they feel empowered to address their needs and depart with the tools and resources necessary to navigate future challenges.