Welcome to Ascending

A Mental Health practice in West Virginia. We are on a mission to provide excellent care.

Ascending Starts Here

Ascending promotes the idea that seeking mental health support is a choice for individuals and families looking to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Self-Discovery and Personal Growth

Self-Discovery and Personal Growth

A mental health therapist can help you explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, leading to...
Stress Management

Stress Management

Therapists provide effective tools and strategies to cope with stress, helping you lead a more...
Improved Relationships

Improved Relationships

Therapy can enhance your communication skills and emotional intelligence, leading to healthier and more fulfilling...
Boosted Self-Esteem and Confidence

Boosted Self-Esteem and Confidence

Through therapy, you can build self-esteem and self-confidence, enabling you to tackle life’s challenges with...
Anxiety and Depression Relief

Anxiety and Depression Relief

Therapists are trained to address and alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, offering hope and...
Effective Coping Strategies

Effective Coping Strategies

Learn how to manage life’s setbacks and traumas with resilience, fostering emotional strength and adaptability.
Enhanced Work Performance

Enhanced Work Performance

Therapy can improve your ability to manage workplace stress, boost productivity, and enhance your overall...
Holistic Well-Being

Holistic Well-Being

Mental health therapy is not just about addressing problems; it’s about achieving a state of...

Uplifting Your Life

I am excited to begin this journey with you and will be with you every step of the way as you ascend. “Promise me you’ll always remember: you’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” -Christopher Robin

Play Therapy
Play Therapy

Play is a child’s first language. Play is meeting the child where they are and creating a therapeutic relationship while also allowing them the time

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Psychodynamic
Psychodynamic

Psychodynamic is a theoretical perspective that is a part of psychoanalysis. As with psychoanalysis the subconscious is very important. The past and defenses are important

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Life Force Yoga
Life Force Yoga

Life Force yoga is a form of yoga that uses pranayama (meaning life force in Sanskrit [breathing exercises]), asanas (poses), noise and movement to improve

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Mindfulness
Mindfulness

Concepts to promote awareness and internal peace are frequently encouraged in our work. The 7 foundations of mindfulness will be referred to and different sources

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Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

PCIT is a form of therapy where a trained therapist observes the parent and child at play and helps improve their relationship and the child’s

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About Ascending Psychotherapy

Meet the person behind Ascending.

Megan E. Simms, LICSW
Megan E. Simms, LICSW
Practice Owner

Megan Simms is a licensed independent clinical social worker who has been a psychotherapist since 2009. She is a graduate of Shepherd University’s Social Work

Megan E. Simms, LICSW

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Accepted Insurance:

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Or Self Pay

Office Address

312 W. King St.

Suite B

Martinsburg, WV

Hotline

304-620-5994