Brianna Kriley

I'm Bri, owner of and counselor at Wellness Rooted Counseling. I am honored that you are taking the time to explore our services and team of counselors. With over a decade in the helping field and several years practicing as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I strive to support people by enhancing their mental wellness through conversation, connection, and creativity.  

Brianna Kriley, Wellness Rooted Counseling
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I am licensed in the states of Washington, Florida, and Pennsylvania allowing me to work with clients through a telemental health platform. Offering creative counseling consultation, I work with professionals from any state. You can learn more about my consultation services at The Creative Complement Company.

I specialize in working with adults who have survived childhood trauma, professionals exposed to secondary trauma, and parents striving to ‘break the cycle’. My experience includes providing counseling to adults, youth, and families in a variety of settings, such as inpatient, intensive outpatient, community-based, and clinic-based.

My wellness is rooted in creativity

My philosophy:

I’m an existential humanist. I use a trauma-focused, strength-based approach to emphasize personal worth, freedom of choices, and individual creativity. I value learning about the lived experiences of my clients and identifying messages, values, and ideals. We work together to achieve self-compassion, confidence, clarity, emotional management, acceptance, understanding, and reduce the effects of trauma in your life.

You are not required to have a mental health diagnosis to receive the benefits of counseling. Qualifying for a mental health diagnosis does not make you sick. However, like medical illness, a diagnosis can offer an explanation and help guide treatment and support a speedy and complete recovery.

I pride myself on providing personalized care to my clients. Authentic personality and professionalism are foundational in my practice, and I want my clients to accept nothing short of exceptional care. I enjoy working with first-time clients and clients who have had counseling experiences in the past, good or bad. If nothing else, we can work together to determine the type of counselor who would be best for you.

Qualifications

The information below represent the dedication and investment I've made in becoming the best counselor I can be. Transparency is a cornerstone of my practice. With that in mind, I'm here to break down what these credentials mean, ensuring you're fully informed and empowered in making decisions about your mental health and well-being.

  • Doctor of Philosophy

    Completed a doctoral degree in counselor education and supervision. In addition to a degree focused on counselor education and supervision, completed over 100 hours of client services focused on sexual health under the supervision of a register sex therapist. Dissertation title: Creativity and Multiculturalism Among Counselors-in-Training and Licensed Counselors: A Quantitative Study.

  • Approved Clinical Supervisor

    Professionals with this certification have been providing counseling serveries for over 5 years and are trained in providing professional guidance to counselors-in-training. They have over 4000 hours of direct counseling services and specific training as counselor supervisors.

  • Nationally Certified Counselor.

    Counselors with this certification have received professional endorsement in addition to passing a national exam, 3000 hours of work, additional supervision, and commit to raising the professional standard of practice by adhering to additional ethical standards.

    Verify NCC Here

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Washington and Florida)


    Completed a master’s degree and an additional 4000 + hours of supervised professional counseling experience. Passed the National Counselor Examination and the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination. Additionally met the state requirements for Washington and Florida. Current on yearly recertification and educational requirements.


    Verify WA License Here

    Verify FL License Here

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (Pennsylvania)

    Completed a master’s degree and an additional 4000 + hours of supervised professional counseling experience. Passed an exam and meet all Pennsylvania Requirements.

    Verify PA License Here

  • Mental Health Professional & Child Mental Health Specialist

    These are state-specific credentials which recognize Counselors who apply and meet educational and experience requirements.

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
    Professional TeleMental Health Provider
    Vulnerability, Courage, Shame, and Empathy: The Living Brave Course
    Shame Shields
    EMDR: Effectively Treat Trauma and Move Clients Forward
    Trauma Informed Care
    Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Training
    Certified Family Trauma Professional Training
    CBT+
    Positive Discipline
    STAY: A Brief Intervention for Families and Adolescents
    Competencies for LGBTQ- Affirmative Counseling
    Transgender & Gender-Expansive -Counseling Issues
    The Problem with Diet Culture
    Neural Integration and Psychotherapy

  • American Counseling Association
    Association for Counselor Education and Supervision
    Association for Creativity in Counseling
    American Mental Health Counselor Association
    Telebehavioral Health Institute
    Chi Sigma Iota
    The National Society of Leadership and Success