“Megan has a passion for working with teenagers and young adults who are discovering who they are. Self-esteem, resiliency, hope, accountability, and perseverance are common goals of Megan’s clients. Megan views the counseling process as flying a plane. Both pilot and co-pilot are needed to get the plane where it needs to go in the safest and most efficient way possible.”
Megan Adkins Witt is a Licensed Professional Counselor with HopeNation. Megan graduated from Milligan College (now Milligan University) with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2014. She attended Milligan again from 2015 to 2017 for her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Megan started her counseling career in early 2018 with community mental health. Megan has worked with all age ranges from toddlers to senior adults. She has attended many trauma training courses and has certification as a Trauma Informed Counselor as of 2023. Megan is currently in the process of becoming credentialed in Parent Child Interaction Therapy for children ages 2 to 7.
CERTIFICATION
- Board certified Telehealth professional trainings. BCTP-1.
How Do I Know if My Child Has an Eating Disorder?
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Mindful Parenting: Fostering Resilience in Children
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Embracing Change
New Year, New Mindset for Children's Mental Health It is almost holiday break for our children this year! A time for rest and recuperation from the daily grind of homework, tests, and other school activities. Some children embrace the break and are ready to...
Core Beliefs and Mental Health
The impact of negative thoughts on mental health is huge. The ultimate thing that holds people back from trying new skills or beginning new experiences is the belief that one can’t accomplish it. “I’m probably going to fail” is a big example. Another, “Nothing ever...
What is Teletherapy and Will My Insurance Accept it?
Teletherapy is an amazing way to receive mental health services for those that are not able to go into an office for therapy. Rising to popularity during the pandemic, virtual therapy has proven over time to be just as effective as in-person work. You may have a very...
Dealing with Toxic Family During the Holidays
November through January is full of time with family. There is a lot of laughter, love and memories made during the holiday season. Tis the Season for joy! For many, however, the holidays bring a sense of dread. When big groups...
6 Ways to Manage Holiday Stress as a Student
Holidays are often viewed as a time of joy, relaxation, and celebration. However, for many students, especially those juggling academic responsibilities, the holiday season can be a source of significant stress. The pressure to balance studies, family gatherings, and...
Why Does My Child Feel Sad for No Reason?
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Empower your child against bullying
Assertiveness and Self-Defense Against Bullying Empower your child against bullying by teaching them assertiveness skills to stand up against bullying. Role-play various scenarios, helping them practice effective responses that are firm, clear, and...
Preventing Suicidal Thoughts in Children
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Expert, passionate therapists make the difference.
HopeNation therapists are specially trained and have extensive experience working with children, teens and young adults, including the use of telemental health. Read their bios to learn about their background and personal experiences with young people.
Megan Witt
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Board certified Telehealth professional trainings. BCTP-1.
Steven Shampain
- Executive Director, Group Practice
- LPC-MHSP
- Boardcertified telehealth professional trainings. BCTP-1.
Casey Merrill
- Executive Director, HopeNation
- LPC-MHSP, NBCC
Emma Norton
- Licensed Professional Counselor, Texas
- Bachelors of Science, TCU
- Master of Art from Dallas Theological Seminary – 2021
- EMDRia approved EMDR trained
Bethany L. Keith
- LCSW
- Board certified Telehealth professional trainings. BCTP-1.
Adesola “Busola” Ojo
- National Certified Counselor
- LPC-MHSP
- BCTP-I, CCTP, EMDR-C
Contact Us
At HopeNation, we design custom telehealth counseling solutions to fit the needs of families with teens and young adults, delivering results and renewing hope.
