Veronica Varney Stevenson
Veronica Varney Stevenson is a dedicated mental health professional and recovery coach with a deep commitment to helping individuals overcome trauma and substance use challenges. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The University of Arizona Global Campus, where she graduated with a 3.97 GPA, and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling at Marshall University. Veronica is a licensed recovery coach with nearly five years of personal and professional experience in supporting individuals navigating addiction, domestic violence recovery, and life challenges.
Her career is driven by personal experience—after surviving a 16-year domestic violence relationship and overcoming her own addiction, Veronica became passionate about helping others rebuild their lives. She provides practical guidance and resources for housing, employment, food assistance, and family reunification, emphasizing that recovery is achievable through both support and example. Veronica also volunteers with youth programs, teaching, mentoring, and preparing young people to overcome challenges and thrive in their communities.
Veronica’s professional focus is on trauma-informed care, particularly for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, as well as advocacy for survivors of domestic violence. She combines her expertise in substance use disorder recovery with her skills in case management, crisis intervention, and interpersonal communication to create safe, empowering spaces for her clients. Outside of her work, Veronica enjoys family time, church involvement, home design projects, gardening, and exploring her passions for art and film, all while modeling balance, resilience, and hope for those she serves.
• Behavioral and Social Science Research
• Recover Coach Professional
• Certificate of completion Opioid antagonist training certificate
• Recovery Coach 1, Life Coach Academy
• Designation of Recovery Coach Professional
• The University of Arizona Global Campus - B.S.
• Sock Club
• Golden Key
• Orange Society
• Four college honor societies
• Mudfork House of Prayer
• Homeless and Addiction Outreach
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my faith in God, perseverance, and a focused approach to my work. I also prioritize my mental health, recognizing it as the foundation that allows me to effectively support and help others.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to prioritize themselves and stay true to who they are. Pursue your own dreams rather than following someone else’s path, because putting your ambitions aside for others can leave you behind. Be intentional about going after what you truly want in life, and don’t let anyone dim your light or steer you off course. Stay focused, stay confident, and make your own path.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge in my field right now, especially in my rural area, is that there's nobody who specializes in working with children who have suffered trauma. Children here have to go to regular mental health counseling because there's no specialist for them. They deserve someone who is specifically trained to help them, someone who can provide a safe space where they can talk about what they went through without being judged or getting in trouble. These kids need specialized care, and that's a major gap in our community that I'm working to fill.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The most important value to me is putting God first, because I know that if it wasn't for God, I wouldn't even be here today. There were many situations in my domestic violence relationship where I would pray and something would happen to stop it - someone would walk in or something would intervene. Family is also very important to me. In terms of my work, I believe in taking care of yourself first mentally, because if you don't make sure that you're good mentally, you can't take care of anyone else. I've learned to keep home life separate from work life - don't bring issues from home to work and don't bring work stress back home. When I'm working with a client, I make sure I'm focused completely on them and don't think about anything other than the client in that moment. I also believe in staying focused and motivated in life, not letting anything stop you from being driven and going after the things you want. When you want something, go after it.
Locations
Recovery Field
Red Jacket, WV 25692