Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in 23231

I am Dr. Whitney Mascaro (she/her), a compassionate and dedicated psychologist committed to serving clients on their mental health journey. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, social anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and substance abuse/recovery. With expertise in various therapeutic approaches, I primarily work from emotion-focused and attachment-based orientations. Depending on each person’s unique needs, I incorporate interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.

I provide high quality counseling and mental health services to children, teens and adults in Virginia. All individuals will face challenges in life, and we all possess the ability to overcome them. However, sometimes circumstances can feel overwhelming and we struggle to manage the realities of everyday life. This is when feelings of depression, anxiety and hopelessness can begin to dominate our daily reality. The good news is, by combining scientifically proven methods, you can build the resilience skills necessary to thrive, no matter what circumstances you face.

My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

Chamia is an Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has provided mental health services since 2010. She is an alumni of Norfolk State University and Virginia Commonwealth University where she received a Bachelor’s then Master’s Degree in Social Work. Chamia has a passion for helping individuals who have experienced trauma learn acceptance and understanding during their journey to self-healing while navigating through life stressors. Chamia also has experience with teaching individuals how to apply coping skills to manage changes in moods and behaviors.

My name is Jessica Hodges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Certified Substance Abuse counselor in the state of Virginia. I practice from a person-centered modality while working with my clients to develop treatment goals. I specialize in addiction, anxiety, and emotional regulation. I am most comfortable in treating clients aged 18 and older. I believe that as long as my clients aim for improved mental health, we can work together to achieve that! I believe in open and honest communication with my clients. Full transparency with professional boundaries is essential in encouraging change.

Hello, my name is Leanora! Please call me “Lea.” I would like to ask you two questions, “Are you sick-n-tired of being sick-n-tired?” “Are you ready to make positive change? Let me help you take a journey and explore what is preventing you from moving forward. Please know that I am non-judgmental, reliable, compassionate, and committed to my clients. I adhere to ethical principles and treat people with dignity and respect. Whether its depression, anxiety, fear of change, stress, trauma, relationship issues, oppression, excessive use of substances. I believe that by working together, we can develop a treatment plan for you!

If life feels too overwhelming to navigate on your own, I want to help. I am passionate about walking alongside clients as they seek understanding, acceptance, and tools to cope effectively with personal challenges. I particularly enjoy working on cases involving life transitions, women’s issues, relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. My goal is for my clients to have a positive experience in therapy where they can feel safe to express themselves and learn to better recognize their own personal strength and resilience.

Are you feeling unfulfilled and lacking motivation in your relationship or work? Is anxiety hindering you from performing at your best? Are you having difficulty with managing transitions in your life? If you have experienced these feelings, you are not alone. Even the strongest people need help sometimes. Just know that you are in the right place. I’ve worked with many couples in various stages from dating, premarital, marriage, and also life after divorce during my 13 years of practice. I also specialize in working with athletes who may be having performance anxiety other difficulties relating to their athletic ability.

Young men and women, specifically millennials, often struggle with life transitions, relationships, creating healthy boundaries, and managing anxiety and depression. Becoming the adult you want to be while addressing mental health challenges can be difficult, but not impossible. Through our work together, you can improve and navigate your life in an empowering environment free of judgment. I work with you to support and guide you through the difficult journey of growing into your true authentic self. Joy, hope, relief from pain, and healing are possible. Together we’ll find the way out of the darkness.

I specialize in working with individuals in recovery from substance use, those who have faced personal loss in life or are struggling with life transitions and are seeking a place of peace. At the initial interview, we will jointly set treatment goals and determine the course to achieve those goals. In sessions, neuroscience informed skills are utilized to activate and heal emotional pain, examine obstructive thinking and barriers to growth, determine more supportive self choices, increase self and other awareness and to ultimately bring about greater presence, joy and calmness in life.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 8 years of experience treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and more. I specialize in helping kids, teens, and young adults cope with the challenges they face. Families typically feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward when they first come to me. I help my clients get to the root of their problems and create the life they want.

My name is Daryl Simmons. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, offering (virtual) individual and family therapy in the Richmond and Tri-Cities area. I specialize in a variety of emotional and behavioral issues including generalized anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, stress management, and performance or sports-related anxiety. I work primarily with Millennials, Gen-Z, and student/professional-athletes. I am passionate about reducing the stigma associated with mental health in the African-American community and creating spaces for intergenerational healing.

Are you looking for a unique and creative way to process life's challenges? Do you often have difficulty matching words to your feelings leading to low engagement in traditional talk therapy? I can help you reach your goals through art making that encourages both a creative and transformative therapeutic experience. I have worked extensively with teens and adults with histories of trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, work burnout, and LGBTQ+ identities. I also work with therapists to provide them with a creative approach different from their own.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has specialized in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 9 years. My background and experiences include work in the public school systems, child welfare systems (child protective services, adoptions, and foster care), private counseling center for adolescents and families, therapeutic recreational services, intensive in-home counseling, and an emergency diagnostic residential facility. I have experience working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, divorce, single parenting, job loss, family conflict, stress, domestic violence, substance abuse, and crisis situations. If you are currently in crisis call 911.

Maria offers a warm, compassionate, person-centered approach. Maria focuses on client collaboration, working with clients to help navigate healing and growth processes, supporting positive changes to live a gratifying and abundant life. Maria’s interests are in providing care to individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, personal exploration, grief and loss, and trauma. Maria emphasizes a holistic, self-compassionate perspective to achieve acceptance and fulfillment.

Dr. Darice Davis is a licensed clinical psychologist passionate about providing exceptional mental health services to improve your well-being! Dr. Davis takes a multiculturally sensitive approach and strives to demonstrate a person-centered approach with clients. She highly values relating in effective and meaningful ways with others. Dr. Davis aims to provide care that demonstrates ethical competence and cultural humility. She also desires to provide a space in treatment that encourages and acknowledges clients’ individual experiences.

Hello, my name is Lorena I Gonzalez! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and a licensed clinical addictions specialist. I use an eclectic, holistic, person-centered approach to therapy in order to treat the whole person and create balance, health, and growth in all areas of life. I have a long history in the mental health and addictions field, dating back to 2005, when I worked with male juvenile offenders.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of diverse experience and continue to evolve in new treatment models. I have worked with individuals, families, and couples alike. I have specialized training in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and women's issues. Due to my years of experience, I've learned techniques and strategies that include Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Christian Counseling therapies. I believe that using various techniques and strategies to assist you in your journey is a fulfilling movement as a therapist.

I am Shannon Fowler. I have a PhD in clinical psychology. I try to approach therapy as a collaborative process with each person. I also try to create an environment that is safe and respectful. I have experience entreating many different types of mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. I also have experience helping with behavior change around medical issues like diabetes, obesity, chronic pain, etc.