Amherst, VA Local Support & Community Resources

Crystal Somerville is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over twenty years of experience serving children, adolescents, and families in various mental health settings, including residential treatment, community, and outpatient environments. Originally from New Jersey, she spent many years in Pennsylvania before making Lynchburg, Virginia her home in 2013. Crystal enjoys hobbies such as hiking, kayaking, singing, dancing, painting, and cherishing time with family and friends. As an expert witness for the Juvenile and Family court system of Virginia, she brings a depth of knowledge and a client-centered approach to her practice. Her professional expertise includes addressing issues such as ADHD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorders, Anger Management, and Substance Abuse treatment. Crystal is well-versed in evidence-based treatment modalities, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and the Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach for substance abuse therapy. In addition to her therapeutic skills, Crystal offers guidance that can incorporate Christian faith and biblically integrated counseling when requested. Her mission is to uplift the fallen, restore the broken, and encourage healing in a non-judgmental environment, making her a compassionate resource for those seeking support.