Therapists in Virginia

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 provide 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 and can actively access their full potential for shifting any blocks, barriers and distortions that may be preventing them from achieving their goals.

Ann Abell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist with more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families to private practice from previous clinical settings that include residential treatment, community based services and educational settings. She specializes in working with clients seeking to address their experiences with Trauma, Attachment and Relationship Patterns, Depression, Anxiety, Neuro-diversity, and Self-Esteem. Ann also has experience work with families working with the foster care system and the adoption process. Ann is LGBTQIA+ affirming.

Often times, we are faced with challenges in our relationships at home, work or at school, that seem impossible for us to move beyond. The pain associated with a breakup, divorce, or loss of employment, can seem overwhelming. Together we can work through your challenges and help you to reach your full potential.

I am trained in EMDR for relief of trauma and both behavioral and psychodynamic/talking therapies which emphasize positive habits, good health and personal insight. Any change starts from within and sometimes we all need another perspective to grasp the whole picture so that problems or obstacles can be sensibly, sensitively and effectively handled. I work from a strengths-based orientation whereby the talents, skills, and interests can be identified. So we go from there, to where the individual learns to utilize those strengths in resolving problems, conflicts, stressors as well as finding sources of comfort, competence and confidence.

You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think".......By A.A. Milne. It is my deepest desire to actively assist those in need of support through life's challenges. I am eager to work with those experiencing a crisis, conflict, or seemingly unmanageable change in the course of life's events. I discretely assist individuals in finding solutions to some of the more challenging issues in life.

I come alongside individuals and couples to help them reach their goals through research backed practices of empathic listening, insight attainment, and practical interventions to think, feel, and perform better in everyday life. No matter how complex or simple problems may be, together we can find healing to enable a fuller, richer life. It would be a pleasure and joy to partner with you in the hard but rewarding work of therapy.

I have over 25-years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and children within agencies and the community environment. I find it a pleasure to serve families or individuals who are challenged with life stress, grief issues, abandonment, adjustment disorders, depression, and mental health needs etc. Therefore, I strive for quality service to ensure positive results. However, it is important for me to reflect, listen, and communicate to make sure that I have a clear understanding of my client’s needs.

It is a privilege and honor to be able to assist those who are struggling with issues that are impacating their lives in a negative way including depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, divorce, parenting, ADHD, relationship, and more. It takes a great deal of courage to choose to journey on the path of growth, healing, and wholeness, and you will find compassion, safety, and unconditional acceptance if you choose to allow me to join you in this important season of your life.

A therapeutic conversation is often helpful in sorting things out, gaining a fresh perspective, reviving hope, and getting back on track. As your counselor, I am committed to providing you with a confidential and supportive therapeutic environment to enable you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, to tap into your own unique strengths and natural resiliency, and to feel empowered to make meaningful changes that allow you to live your uniquely purposeful and satisfying life.

Ife Milligan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Holistic Life Coach (CHLC) with over 10 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages with issues related to grief, loss, depression, ADHD, anxiety, oppositional defiance disorder (ODD), low self-esteem, family conflict, and more. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University and earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Morgan State University. She received her Holistic Life Coach certification from the University of Wellness.

Jaclyn Boykin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 5 years of experience working with adults, children, families, couples, and the military who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting, and serious mental illness. Jaclyn completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Troy University and her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology at Walden University. She is currently working towards her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling Education and Supervision at Walden University.

We are an outpatient mental health practice in Roanoke, Salem, Blacksburg, Daleville, and Floyd, Virginia, dedicated to helping patients overcome emotional problems using counseling techniques that promote more rapid recovery than traditional non-directive therapy. Everyone goes through challenging situations, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you’ve faced, there’s nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when needed. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever challenges you face.

We are here to help anyone suffering from any form of Mental Health disorder. Our mission is to compassionately transform the culture of mental health by providing creative solutions for the needs of our communities. We do that with Humor, Compassion and Authenticity! We believe that struggling with mental health is 100% normal. Some days are great, and some days make you wish you could dig yourself into a hole and hide from it all. Everyone has those days (even your therapist). Let us support you through all of those days!

CONGRATULATIONS on your decision to begin therapy! Today, you are one step closer to making changes in your life that will lead to new ways of thinking, feeling and behaving. My goal is to assist you in discovering your true self and a life worth celebrating.

We are an outpatient mental health practice in Blacksburg, Virginia, dedicated to helping patients overcome emotional problems using counseling techniques that promote more rapid recovery than traditional non-directive therapy. Everyone goes through challenging situations, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you’ve faced, there’s nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when needed. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever challenges you face.

Krystin McAdams, MEd, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who began her journey in the counseling field in 2012. Krystin has experience in mental health skill building, intensive in-home services, therapeutic day treatment, and professional school counseling. She has worked with a variety of populations with varying challenges such as social/emotional deficits and mental illnesses, including, but not limited to, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and depression.

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.

Keleisha Dixon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 15 years of experience in the mental health field. Keleisha specializes in helping people from various walks of life who have dealt with such issues as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and phase of life transitions, as well as teens who self-harm, and parents in need of support. She believes that counseling can provide clients with self-examination, alternative points of view, concrete steps, and skills to see them through this endeavor call life.

I strongly believe that we all can heal from our emotional bounds and overall distress, but we don’t need to do it alone! Reaching out for professional help does not mean that we are mentally ill, sometimes we just need perspective to get better, move on and live more fulfilling lives. I am a bilingual National Certified Mental Health Counselor, Licensed in Florida and Virginia with a master's in science in Counseling, a Specialization in Project Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I see individuals 18 and older, couples and families though Telehealth. I am accepting new clients.