Adoption Therapists in Goodview, VA
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Heather H Massey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Blue Ridge, VA 24064
To put it bluntly, I am here for you. I want to hear about what is hurting you and stopping you from moving forward in a happy and positive way in your life. I want your input on what the problem is and what plan will work with you personally. We will gather all our information and decide on a plan of action to get you back to where you want to be as quickly as possible and develop a way to keep you there.
To put it bluntly, I am here for you. I want to hear about what is hurting you and stopping you from moving forward in a happy and positive way in your life. I want your input on what the problem is and what plan will work with you personally. We will gather all our information and decide on a plan of action to get you back to where you want to be as quickly as possible and develop a way to keep you there.
Are you tired of trying to handle the stresses of life alone? Do you feel like there is something holding you back from helping you reach your full potential? We believe that everyone can benefit from counseling with a skilled and caring professional. We want to help you make meaningful and extraordinary advances in your life, career, relationships, and happiness. We offer EMDR in Fairfax, Harrisonburg, and Lynchburg.
Are you tired of trying to handle the stresses of life alone? Do you feel like there is something holding you back from helping you reach your full potential? We believe that everyone can benefit from counseling with a skilled and caring professional. We want to help you make meaningful and extraordinary advances in your life, career, relationships, and happiness. We offer EMDR in Fairfax, Harrisonburg, and Lynchburg.
Online Therapists
Addison Halverson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waynesboro, VA 22980
I specialize in working with children, teens, and their families. I work with children and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, athletic pressure, and managing stress. I have a particular interest in helping families improve their relationships, including siblings, parent-child, co-parents, and step families. I also have experience working with adoption and foster care. If you are worried about your relationship with your child, their ability to cope with stress, emotional outbursts, risky behaviors, or following directions, I can help.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and their families. I work with children and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, athletic pressure, and managing stress. I have a particular interest in helping families improve their relationships, including siblings, parent-child, co-parents, and step families. I also have experience working with adoption and foster care. If you are worried about your relationship with your child, their ability to cope with stress, emotional outbursts, risky behaviors, or following directions, I can help.
Lauren Mills
Licensed Master's Social Worker
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22903 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Lauren (she/her), a Supervisee. Originally from New England, I have called the Shenandoah Valley home for sixteen years. After earning my BA in Social Work (BSW) in 2006, I worked as a case manager in adoption, hospital, and nonprofit settings. In 2021, I returned to grad school as an adult learner and graduated with my Master of Social Work (MSW) in 2022.
Hello! I’m Lauren (she/her), a Supervisee. Originally from New England, I have called the Shenandoah Valley home for sixteen years. After earning my BA in Social Work (BSW) in 2006, I worked as a case manager in adoption, hospital, and nonprofit settings. In 2021, I returned to grad school as an adult learner and graduated with my Master of Social Work (MSW) in 2022.
I use a variety of modalities and have been in the field of trauma, adoption, and attachment sine 2011.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and deep level healing? I utilize somatic therapy and trauma therapy approaches that helps you recognize our deep connection between the body and mind, offering you a holistic path to emotional well-being. I am committed to creating a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and build a foundation for lasting transformation. I enjoy working with other mental health professionals and teachers, and I offer sliding scale for those who are just starting their profession.
I use a variety of modalities and have been in the field of trauma, adoption, and attachment sine 2011.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and deep level healing? I utilize somatic therapy and trauma therapy approaches that helps you recognize our deep connection between the body and mind, offering you a holistic path to emotional well-being. I am committed to creating a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and build a foundation for lasting transformation. I enjoy working with other mental health professionals and teachers, and I offer sliding scale for those who are just starting their profession.
Lisa Columbo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Staunton, VA 24401 (Online Only)
With over 30 years of working with foster, adoption, kinship, and birth families, I have special knowledge about child development, effects of trauma, separation and loss, sexual abuse, and more.
Things seem to have gone a bit haywire these last few years. Most of us who had been getting along well enough may find ourselves or our children struggling more lately. We don't have to wait for the world to change in order to feel better or to help our children. Let's work together toward managing your mind, body, soul, and relationships harmoniously.
With over 30 years of working with foster, adoption, kinship, and birth families, I have special knowledge about child development, effects of trauma, separation and loss, sexual abuse, and more.
Things seem to have gone a bit haywire these last few years. Most of us who had been getting along well enough may find ourselves or our children struggling more lately. We don't have to wait for the world to change in order to feel better or to help our children. Let's work together toward managing your mind, body, soul, and relationships harmoniously.
Haven Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Troutville, VA 24175 (Online Only)
I have experience with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, adoption, relationships and fertility.
Do you feel stuck? Like no matter what you do, you just can’t get to where you want to be? Life can be challenging at times, but you don't have to face it alone! Let me help you see your life from a different perspective and give you hope for a better future! I take pride in building positive relationships with my clients so you can feel safe and comfortable enough to share your insecurities and struggles. You may be wondering if therapy is for you, but in my opinion, everyone could use a little heart to heart with themselves! Let me help you find yourself again, set goals for yourself, and be the person you've always wanted to be!
I have experience with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, adoption, relationships and fertility.
Do you feel stuck? Like no matter what you do, you just can’t get to where you want to be? Life can be challenging at times, but you don't have to face it alone! Let me help you see your life from a different perspective and give you hope for a better future! I take pride in building positive relationships with my clients so you can feel safe and comfortable enough to share your insecurities and struggles. You may be wondering if therapy is for you, but in my opinion, everyone could use a little heart to heart with themselves! Let me help you find yourself again, set goals for yourself, and be the person you've always wanted to be!
Amanda Saoit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, EDMR, CBT, Trauma, DBT
Verified Verified
Salem, VA 24153 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm grateful for your courage to take this step. Since 2012, I've been helping adults, youth, and families overcome many different challenges: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. I also offer therapeutic support to those who want to grow their family through adoption and/or foster care. I use CBT, DBT, mindfulness, substance use recovery methods, strengths-based approach and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). EMDR is scientifically proven as an effective form of treatment for trauma, PTSD, depression/anxiety and distressing events.
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm grateful for your courage to take this step. Since 2012, I've been helping adults, youth, and families overcome many different challenges: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. I also offer therapeutic support to those who want to grow their family through adoption and/or foster care. I use CBT, DBT, mindfulness, substance use recovery methods, strengths-based approach and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). EMDR is scientifically proven as an effective form of treatment for trauma, PTSD, depression/anxiety and distressing events.
With a profound commitment to promoting healing and growth, I am Nikki Smith, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. My journey began with a decade dedicated to working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma in foster care and adoption settings at my local social services agency. This foundational experience gave me a deep understanding of the complexities of trauma and its impact on individuals and families.
With a profound commitment to promoting healing and growth, I am Nikki Smith, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. My journey began with a decade dedicated to working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma in foster care and adoption settings at my local social services agency. This foundational experience gave me a deep understanding of the complexities of trauma and its impact on individuals and families.
Welcome! I currently have a waitlist for new clients. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community, Autism/ADHD Spectrum and the adoption triad. I am an EMDR informed therapist and currently working towards EMDR certification. I have experience with supporting individuals with managing anxiety, depression and mood disorders, among other mental health concerns. I enjoy working with people in transitional times in their lives, including college and retirement ages.
Welcome! I currently have a waitlist for new clients. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community, Autism/ADHD Spectrum and the adoption triad. I am an EMDR informed therapist and currently working towards EMDR certification. I have experience with supporting individuals with managing anxiety, depression and mood disorders, among other mental health concerns. I enjoy working with people in transitional times in their lives, including college and retirement ages.
I am an Adoption Competent Counselor who will assist individuals and families touched by adoption in all stages of the adoption process.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with many years of experience partnering with individuals in their journeys of healing and growth. It is my honor to assist you in navigating transitions and stressors throughout the lifespan. Each person experiences unique needs. I adjust my counseling approach to best meet your needs to support your success and growth. Together we will develop a plan to manage your current challenges and symptoms and to move you into a place of peace and betterment.
I am an Adoption Competent Counselor who will assist individuals and families touched by adoption in all stages of the adoption process.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with many years of experience partnering with individuals in their journeys of healing and growth. It is my honor to assist you in navigating transitions and stressors throughout the lifespan. Each person experiences unique needs. I adjust my counseling approach to best meet your needs to support your success and growth. Together we will develop a plan to manage your current challenges and symptoms and to move you into a place of peace and betterment.
Kate Corder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Now accepting new clients! I specialize in working with children ages 4 and up, using play therapy, attachment therapy, and CBT. I am a former special education teacher who enjoys working with children with special needs, such as ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. I have experience with adoption, foster care, and ADHD, and love working with foster and adoptive families. I have training in attachment and can provide Circle of Security Informed attachment therapy. Please note: I only offer daytime appointments and cannot accommodate requests for late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.
Now accepting new clients! I specialize in working with children ages 4 and up, using play therapy, attachment therapy, and CBT. I am a former special education teacher who enjoys working with children with special needs, such as ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. I have experience with adoption, foster care, and ADHD, and love working with foster and adoptive families. I have training in attachment and can provide Circle of Security Informed attachment therapy. Please note: I only offer daytime appointments and cannot accommodate requests for late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.
I have many years of experience working with adoption and foster care support.
I work to help my clients create a stronger connection to their essential self, by using an integrative approach to wellness and health. I provide my clients with resources, support, and education. Through my roles as facilitator, guide, and nurturer, I offer a safe, sacred space for clients to explore their vulnerability, potential, and limitations. Grounded in the essential self, clients can observe their present situation with more awareness. They can actively access their full potential to shift any blocks, barriers, and distortions that may prevent them from achieving their goals.
I have many years of experience working with adoption and foster care support.
I work to help my clients create a stronger connection to their essential self, by using an integrative approach to wellness and health. I provide my clients with resources, support, and education. Through my roles as facilitator, guide, and nurturer, I offer a safe, sacred space for clients to explore their vulnerability, potential, and limitations. Grounded in the essential self, clients can observe their present situation with more awareness. They can actively access their full potential to shift any blocks, barriers, and distortions that may prevent them from achieving their goals.
Dayna Kumar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22901 (Online Only)
I have two children, three months apart - we brought our youngest home from India through international adoption.
I empower others to live the life they imagine. I am passionate about working alongside those on a journey towards healing, whether from internal struggle, grief, or significant trauma leading to low mood or anxiety. I am qualified in the judicial system as an expert in family and trauma therapy. I am a certified EMDR therapist and consultant -started in 2010. My focus is to strengthen your core sense of self to disrupt negative internal dialogue, memories and somatic responses that lead to distress. In family work, I focus on secure attachment patterns, and increasing attunment and co-regulation between a child and caregiver(s).
I have two children, three months apart - we brought our youngest home from India through international adoption.
I empower others to live the life they imagine. I am passionate about working alongside those on a journey towards healing, whether from internal struggle, grief, or significant trauma leading to low mood or anxiety. I am qualified in the judicial system as an expert in family and trauma therapy. I am a certified EMDR therapist and consultant -started in 2010. My focus is to strengthen your core sense of self to disrupt negative internal dialogue, memories and somatic responses that lead to distress. In family work, I focus on secure attachment patterns, and increasing attunment and co-regulation between a child and caregiver(s).
With a profound commitment to promoting healing and growth, I am Nikki Smith, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. My journey began with a decade dedicated to working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma in foster care and adoption settings at my local social services agency. This foundational experience gave me a deep understanding of the complexities of trauma and its impact on individuals and families.
With a profound commitment to promoting healing and growth, I am Nikki Smith, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. My journey began with a decade dedicated to working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma in foster care and adoption settings at my local social services agency. This foundational experience gave me a deep understanding of the complexities of trauma and its impact on individuals and families.
I provide counseling in the following areas: infertility, relationship issues, spirituality, self esteem, marital issues, premarital, infidelity, women's issues, grief, adjustment disorder, anger management skills, trauma, behavioral issues, family conflict, blended family, divorce, adoption, foster care, codependency, anxiety, & depression.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who need support with family conflict, relationship issues, adjustment disorder, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, grief, learning coping skills, general life struggles & parenting. My goal is to work alongside you and support you, while meeting you exactly where you are in this stage of your life.
I provide counseling in the following areas: infertility, relationship issues, spirituality, self esteem, marital issues, premarital, infidelity, women's issues, grief, adjustment disorder, anger management skills, trauma, behavioral issues, family conflict, blended family, divorce, adoption, foster care, codependency, anxiety, & depression.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who need support with family conflict, relationship issues, adjustment disorder, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, grief, learning coping skills, general life struggles & parenting. My goal is to work alongside you and support you, while meeting you exactly where you are in this stage of your life.
Hello! I’m Lauren (she/her). After earning my BA in Social Work (BSW) in 2006, I worked as a case manager in adoption, hospital, and nonprofit settings. In 2021, I returned to grad school as an adult learner and graduated with my Master of Social Work (MSW) in 2022. In my spare time, you can find me reading a good book, caring for my plants, cats, and kids (not necessarily in that order!), or exploring new cities when life allows for travel. I look forward to meeting you!
Hello! I’m Lauren (she/her). After earning my BA in Social Work (BSW) in 2006, I worked as a case manager in adoption, hospital, and nonprofit settings. In 2021, I returned to grad school as an adult learner and graduated with my Master of Social Work (MSW) in 2022. In my spare time, you can find me reading a good book, caring for my plants, cats, and kids (not necessarily in that order!), or exploring new cities when life allows for travel. I look forward to meeting you!
At Light Counseling, our team of professionally trained and compassionate clinicians are here to help you overcome life’s challenges with evidence-based practices and a distinctly Christian approach. Our professionals specialize in helping with many of the following issues: ADD/ADHD, Adolescence Adjustments, Alcohol Abuse and Addictions, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Child Abuse/Victim Support, Childhood Behavioral Problems, Compulsions, Depression, Drug Abuse and Addiction, Family Issues, Grief and Loss, Infidelity, Marital Stress, Men’s Issues, Obsession, Panic Attacks, Parenting and Step-Parenting Concerns, Phobias, Pornography, Post Traumatic Stress Issues, and more.
At Light Counseling, our team of professionally trained and compassionate clinicians are here to help you overcome life’s challenges with evidence-based practices and a distinctly Christian approach. Our professionals specialize in helping with many of the following issues: ADD/ADHD, Adolescence Adjustments, Alcohol Abuse and Addictions, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Child Abuse/Victim Support, Childhood Behavioral Problems, Compulsions, Depression, Drug Abuse and Addiction, Family Issues, Grief and Loss, Infidelity, Marital Stress, Men’s Issues, Obsession, Panic Attacks, Parenting and Step-Parenting Concerns, Phobias, Pornography, Post Traumatic Stress Issues, and more.
Hello, I'm Benjii Maust a Virginia-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on children and adolescents and LGBT+ issues. I have been a Therapist for over 7 years and have had experiences working with all population types. I primarily approach therapy through a Narrative lens, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy exercises to create an individualized approach for each client.
Hello, I'm Benjii Maust a Virginia-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on children and adolescents and LGBT+ issues. I have been a Therapist for over 7 years and have had experiences working with all population types. I primarily approach therapy through a Narrative lens, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy exercises to create an individualized approach for each client.
Everyone needs a place for space. A space to be heard. A space to share whatever you want. A space to process feelings, try out new perspectives, laugh, cry, grieve, be angry, talk about betrayal, to fight inner demons, to be brave, to be nervous, to simply BE whoever you are. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience providing space for people to process whatever they are dealing with. People come to me with a wide range of different issues. I am an eclectic therapist but tend to focus on using cognitive behavioral therapy. I love to meet new people, and I would love to work with you.
Everyone needs a place for space. A space to be heard. A space to share whatever you want. A space to process feelings, try out new perspectives, laugh, cry, grieve, be angry, talk about betrayal, to fight inner demons, to be brave, to be nervous, to simply BE whoever you are. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience providing space for people to process whatever they are dealing with. People come to me with a wide range of different issues. I am an eclectic therapist but tend to focus on using cognitive behavioral therapy. I love to meet new people, and I would love to work with you.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.