Jeremy Blackshire, LPC, LSATP

02/21/2026

For those who need help but don't know where to ask:

It is an amazing thing seeing clearly for the first time since getting clean and sober. There is nothing like it. I was there, I didn't think I had a problem, I slowed at work, I didn't give af about anything but my next pill, drug or alcohol. We as addicts and alcoholics, don't want to see that we have a problem. BUT I DID, A BIG ONE.

Sometimes it takes hitting tock bottom and for God to intervene, like he did for me, before we are ready to handle the big elephant in the room.

Tell somebody you need help, turn to God, go to rehab, and work the program like ur life depends on it, because it does!!!!!! Help is out there and you are not alone!!!!!!
Ask for it!
🙏🏼

02/19/2026

02/07/2026

When people see how thorough I am, they’ll say, “You must have OCD.”
I don’t.

My cleaning isn’t driven by intrusive thoughts, fear, or anxiety. I don’t clean because my brain is telling me something bad will happen if I don’t. I clean because I genuinely enjoy it and I’ve built skill, knowledge, and pride around doing it well.

There’s a big difference between choosing to be detailed and being compelled by distress.

OCD isn’t about liking to clean. For many people who actually live with OCD, it’s not about cleaning at all it’s about intrusive thoughts and compulsions that feel exhausting and out of their control.

Enjoying cleaning doesn’t equal OCD.
Being detail-oriented doesn’t equal OCD.

Words matter, and being mindful with them helps respect what people with true OCD go through every day.

01/29/2026

Ready to Make 2026 a Healthier, More Grounded Year?

This time of year often brings a mix of pressure, reflection, and emotional fatigue — and many people don’t realize that stress levels naturally spike during late winter as routines shift and motivation dips. You don’t have to navigate that alone.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I’m here to help.

As a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner and Professional Counselor in the Lynchburg area, I support individuals navigate various life concerns and situations.

If you’re seeking clarity, healing, or a fresh start, counseling can give you the tools to move forward with confidence.

Now accepting new clients — in-person and virtual options available. Find additional information in the comments.

If you or someone you care about could benefit from support, reach out today. Small steps lead to big breakthroughs.

You’re not meant to do life alone.
Let’s walk this season with purpose and hope.

Jeremy Blackshire, Counselor, Lynchburg, VA, 24502, (434) 595-5011, Starting counseling can feel uncomfortable—but I believe it takes real strength to seek support. I offer a safe, respectful space where teens, adults, and couples can explore addiction, anxiety, grief, trauma, and life transitions...

01/27/2026

The relationships you maintain have a profound impact on your well-being. Your circle should lift you up, not weigh you down.

Think about your current relationships. Who brings peace? Who brings chaos? It’s okay to set boundaries with those who consistently drain you.

12/20/2025

🎄✨ Elf Care Holiday Self-Care ✨🎄
Feeling the holiday hustle? Don’t forget to care for one of most important gifts—yourself.

12/10/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Cheer Meets Mental Health Care ✨🎄

The holidays are a time of joy, but they can also bring stress, loneliness, and overwhelm. In fact, nearly 9 in 10 U.S. adults report experiencing stress during the holiday season—from financial worries to missing loved ones (American Psychological Association, 2023).

No one should have to carry that weight alone. Whether you’re navigating grief, anxiety, or simply the pressure of “holiday perfection,” support is here to walk alongside you with compassion and care.

💡 This season, give yourself the gift of peace.
• Take time to breathe and rest.
• Reach out when you feel isolated.
• Remember: caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for others.

📅 Appointments available now in Lynchburg and Bedford. Let’s make this holiday season not just merry—but meaningful.

👉 Connect today to schedule your session.

*VASAP referrals: Let your ASAP case manager know you want to see Jeremy at Kairos to meet VASAP requirements.

Wishing you comfort, joy, and renewed hope this Christmas season! 🌟

12/01/2025

Which one sticks out to you?

Understanding family isn’t always simple. These 10 truths about family dynamics can help you navigate relationships with clarity and compassion. 💛

Want practical steps to bring back love and connection in your mother-daughter relationship? Grab your free sample of The Mother Daughter Relationship Makeover: 4 Steps to Bring Back the Love here: https://reachoutrecovery.com/free-mother-daughter-download/

11/20/2025

Loving someone and protecting your life are not competing values.

You can care deeply and still choose boundaries.
Both can be true at the same time.

11/14/2025

I’m now able to accept VASAP referrals.

As a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling for individuals navigating Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) requirements.

👉 Did you know? Research from the National Center for State Courts found that participation in Virginia’s Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) reduces repeat DUI offenses and improves long-term outcomes for offenders.

My goal is to help clients not only meet their mandated obligations but also find meaningful steps toward growth and change. Sessions are available in-person in Lynchburg and Bedford.

For additional information, call (434) 319-5528 or connect through my Psychology Today profile.

If you or someone you know needs support through VASAP, I’d be honored to walk alongside you in the process.

Jeremy Blackshire, Counselor, Lynchburg, VA, 24502, (434) 595-5011, Starting counseling can feel uncomfortable—but I believe it takes real strength to seek support. I offer a safe, respectful space where teens, adults, and couples can explore addiction, anxiety, grief, trauma, and life transitions...

10/29/2025

"We all need things, want things, and are hungry for things (like pancakes). Relationships take maintenance. People take maintenance. And when we try to act like we don’t, one of two things happens to our relationships: The first option is that we grow resentful. The second is that we become invisible.

In both of these scenarios, our relationships wither and die.

A relationship requires two people to function — two people who want things, need things, feel things and think things. If one disappears, the relationship ends."

10/28/2025

🧠👻 When the ghosts of stress won’t stay buried… therapy can help.

Halloween may be full of spooky fun, but for many, anxiety and emotional overwhelm are the real monsters. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 1 in 3 adolescents and adults experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives.

If you’re feeling haunted by past trauma, relationship stress, or addiction, counseling offers a safe space to unpack what’s weighing you down. I work with teens, adults, and couples to build healthier patterns, process difficult emotions, and move toward lasting change.

🎃 Don’t let fear keep you stuck. Let’s face the shadows together. Connect today!

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1356188