Dr. Ophelia Blackwell

Dr. Ophelia Blackwell, PhD, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC, CCBTS, EMDR-trained Clinician Owner & Operator | Charity Faith & Hope Counseling Services

Dr. Ophelia Blackwell is a dedicated and compassionate licensed clinical professional counselor committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward healing, growth, and transformation. With a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, specializing in Marriage and Family Studies from Kansas State University, she brings deep expertise in relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and personal development.

As a National Board Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and Kansas State Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, Dr. Blackwell incorporates an integrative, client-centered approach to therapy. She believes in the power of self-discovery and strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore, heal, and thrive. Her therapeutic framework includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)—a transformative approach proven effective in processing trauma and alleviating distress.

Dr. Blackwell specializes in helping individuals navigate trauma, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, anger management, and major life transitions. She is passionate about working with couples to strengthen relationships, restore trust, and build deeper emotional connections. Whether supporting military families, addressing diversity and racial identity issues, or guiding individuals through faith-based counseling, she remains committed to empowering her clients with the tools for lasting change.

At Charity Faith & Hope Counseling Services, Dr. Blackwell fosters an atmosphere of compassion and renewal, ensuring that every client is heard, valued, and supported on their path to emotional wellness.

I am Dr. Ophelia Blackwell, a dedicated Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and EMDR-trained clinician, committed to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. My approach is centered on guiding you toward self-discovery, resilience, and personal transformation.

While the past cannot be changed, we can work together to better understand it, resolve challenges, and break free from patterns that may be holding you back.

Clients can expect to walk away from sessions feeling empowered, supported, and equipped with practical tools for lasting change. My therapeutic approach is centered on self-discovery, resilience, and personal transformation, helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.

Through techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I work with clients to:

• Identify and break free from limiting thought patterns or behaviors
• Heal from trauma, anxiety, and grief in a safe, supportive environment
• Strengthen relationships and build deeper emotional connections
• Cultivate emotional wellness and develop coping strategies for life's transitions

Every session is tailored to your personal goals and unique needs, ensuring that you leave with greater insight, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose.