Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

Great to meet you! I go by the nickname, Jay. I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 10+ yrs of experience in diverse settings (rural, military, college, inpatient, & VA disability evals). I believe in our natural strength and that we all need help sometimes. I will listen, support, and provide a trusted space for you to explore your feelings and concerns. I will teach you how to approach difficult and necessary conversations within yourself and with others. I will help untangle what feels messy. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, military/veteran stress, LGBTQ+, grief, & family / relationships issues.

We are an outpatient mental health clinic that serves children, adolescents and adults experiencing challenges. We provide innovative individualized, evidence-based interventions to address an array of life's diverse challenges, so that each individual can reach his or her full potential. All of us encounter problems in living at some point in our lives. Sometimes, those problems interfere with our ability to function at home, work, or school or in other important areas of life.

I enjoy working with individuals of all ages (from children and adolescents, teenagers, adults, and the elderly), as well as couples, families, and groups on diverse issues (e.g., life changes and day-to-day experiences, stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, psychosomatic, gender issues, LGTBQ+ issues, substance abuse, eating disorders, personality, disruptive behaviors, and so much more). I have a certification in working with clients who have experienced trauma and have extensive crisis training.

I am especially interested in serving children, adults, and adolescents with depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, and Bi-Polar disorder. I have experience with providing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I take an interpersonal approach to treatment, with a special focus on individualized care that is based on research. I also offer trauma-informed and spiritually-integrated services.

"Sometimes your thoughts get the best of you. Emotions can feel to intense to bear. Painful memories from your past and worries about the future can all paralyze you in the present. I specialize in proven strategies to change negative thoughts, manage emotions, and improve overall functioning. If you're ready to get out of your head and into living your best life, let's start today." ~Dr. Hankins

The decision to pursue therapy can be uncomfortable but one that can open the door to growth and healing. Maybe you seem put together to others but the face you show to everyone doesn’t quite capture how you really feel inside. Perhaps depression or anxiety is making it harder to get to where you want to go. Or maybe past or ongoing trauma has left you feeling stuck? Therapy can be a beautiful start to the journey of healing, discovering more about yourself, and making wise investments into your wellness, self-care, and freedom. It is one of the most important investments you can make to build the life you want.

I provide relationally-based, holistic counseling in a quiet and confidential setting. By combining counseling with state-of-the-art strategies such as neurofeedback, and creative therapies like art, play therapy, and sand tray,I personalize treatment to meet the needs of each unique individual. I can help, when ... you want to understand your child's academic difficulties, so that you can help more effectively; you are searching for new ways of being in relationships; you are facing challenging situations or transitions; you are searching for resolution of traumas or losses; you want relief from depression, anxiety, and stress.

I am a dedicated Clinical Psychologist with over 18 years of experience providing evidenced-based treatment to various client populations. I tend to employ a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy while incorporating experiential strategies such as mindfulness, imagery, and role play. I am energetic, use humor as appropriate and take a direct and transparent approach to treatment. My hope is to provide you with a safe environment to help you reach your goals. I believe in collaboration and value your feedback throughout the treatment process.

I created my online practice, Living Stream as a way to share my joy of self-discovery and to help others through their own journey. Through my work and studies, I discovered the importance of inner awareness to free oneself from the past and restraining beliefs. I am passionate about helping others break free from their emotional chains to blossom into the best version of themselves they can be and reach one’s life purpose and potential one step at a time. The journey of life can be chaotic for anyone; we all need help at times. I am here to provide support and the skills I have to help during these difficult times.

Many of my clients need help with self-esteem, PTSD, ADHD, mother/daughter issues, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, emotional & narcissistic abuse, postpartum depression, infertility, trauma, child development and parenting issues, and relationship issues. I have 15 years of experience with children, families, teenage girls, college girls, and women. I will help you or your family member access the strengths that have been overshadowed by life's challenges. We will work together to help you find your way no matter what the circumstances may be. I am practical, compassionate, and nonjudgmental and will be invested in your care.

I work with adults and children as young as six years old. I work primarily with anxiety, depression, trauma, and military issues however I have worked with various issues. I use variety of treatment methods including DBT, CBT, art therapy, and animal therapy to best serve the client and help them treating the source of the issue not just the symptoms. I try to help the client resolve whatever their underlying difficulties are to enhance all aspects of their life.

I enjoy seeing people do well. Life can be challenging and navigating turbulent times, is daunting. It seems like our world is in a state of unrest-are you questioning who you are, and where you belong? Coping with it all is no easy task. Whatever the source of your unrest, be it emotional distress, anxiety, employment/relationship issues, and trauma/tragedy, I can help. Let's collaborate on creative strategies to turn your life experiences into purpose.

If you're looking for a psychologist who is easy to speak with, has a wide variety of experience, who offers cost effective confidential treatment and who has a proven track record of helping people manage the challenges in their lives, then look no further! I have been in practice for over 25 years. My work with clients includes: *Individual Therapy (with children, adolescents and adults). *Family Therapy. *Parenting Issues .*ADHD/Learning Disabilities Testing and Treatment. *Marital/Couples Therapy (including Collaborative Marital/Couples Therapy). *Separation and Divorce work (Collaborative and Traditional models of Divorce) Divorce Coach, Co-Parenting Coach,Co-Parenting Plan Development, Child Specialist

As a therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of fear, anxiety, grief, and anger that may obstruct their path to the life they envision. Do you find yourself feeling disconnected or struggling to connect with others? Are you facing life transitions, relationship challenges, , navigating identity or grappling with loss? I am here to offer support and empowerment on your journey towards authenticity and fulfillment.

TriCoastal Psychological Services, LLC, is a psychological testing/evaluation practice, which can help individuals of varying needs. Some of our clients seek evaluations for diagnostic reasons (e.g., for ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc.), to learn more about their cognitive functioning (e.g., intelligence, memory loss issues, etc.), or to simply get to know themselves better (e.g., personality assessment). The psychologists at TriCoastal are well-versed in these matters and are ready to assist you in your needs.

I am a Culturally competent Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with diverse populations providing treatment using various evidence-based, person-centered treatment modalities. I do not believe in stigmatizing or judging people, nor do I believe that people "are" their diagnosis. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is one of the most important tools of change, so I strive to create a safe space where the client feels free to be their authentic self. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples, polyamorous, unions, and justice involved clients.

I work with adult individuals that desire to explore their identities, after being impacted by a life transition and are experiencing financial stress. Some of my clients have experienced the following transitions: grief, becoming a parent, entering the professional field after college, retiring from their professional field, career transitions, entering the caregiver role for an aging parent and much more. My clients desire to explore their identities as they also experience increased anxiety, trauma or depressive symptoms. Others want to improve their relationship with money. Sessions price range from $100 (30min) -$165 (45min).

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist who strongly believes in a person-centered approach to maximizing your strengths to help you reach your ultimate turning point. I am passionate about helping people overcome challenges in life by providing support and skills development that promotes growth and success.

Accepting New Clients in NC and VA! It does not matter what you may be facing, you should not do it alone! At Soul Restoration Counseling, We strongly believe every person can grow and change. We actively strive to see minds renewed and lives restored. We seek to empower, advocate and give every client the tools to create new life structures. Shakeria McGuire, LCSW (owner) and Teneshia Webb, LCSWA are ready to assist you on your mental health journey!