Originally from Greenbrier County, West Virginia, Bethany Ellard-Richmond, LICSW, earned her Bachelor’s in Social Work from Mountain State University and her Master’s in Social Work from West Virginia University. She is certified in Level II Emotional Freedom Techniques and trained as a Level II Reiki practitioner.

A strong believer in the mind-body connection, Bethany is passionate about holistic approaches to emotional wellness and is thrilled to join a clinic that shares that philosophy. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling to concerts, amusement parks, and the beach. At home, she loves spending time with her family (including her fur-family), playing games, watching movies and TV, catching up with friends, and exploring new ways to support emotional well-being.