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Dr. Brent C. Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, ATR, TCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
We have expanded and are currently accepting new counseling patients. Autism testing with the ADOS beginning in January 2024. We have added to the team and can now see ages 5 and up for verbal and Art Therapy. Still seeing individuals for diagnostic testing, Parental Capacity Evals, and ADHD testing. Wait times are less than 1 month. My first rule of therapy you must laugh every session. Laughter truly is the best medicine.
We have expanded and are currently accepting new counseling patients. Autism testing with the ADOS beginning in January 2024. We have added to the team and can now see ages 5 and up for verbal and Art Therapy. Still seeing individuals for diagnostic testing, Parental Capacity Evals, and ADHD testing. Wait times are less than 1 month. My first rule of therapy you must laugh every session. Laughter truly is the best medicine.
(757) 707-8053 View (757) 707-8053
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Ashley Ruggerio
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, MS
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
My therapeutic approach emphasizes Person-Centered while encouraging the integrative use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy Techniques, and Narrative.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Registered Art Therapist. I enjoy working with children ages 3+, teens, and young adult women. Specializing in domestic violence and sexual assault, childhood trauma, and grief and loss with children, I work with clients of various ages through individual therapy sessions including some parent-child therapy.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes Person-Centered while encouraging the integrative use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy Techniques, and Narrative.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Registered Art Therapist. I enjoy working with children ages 3+, teens, and young adult women. Specializing in domestic violence and sexual assault, childhood trauma, and grief and loss with children, I work with clients of various ages through individual therapy sessions including some parent-child therapy.
(757) 210-6731 View (757) 210-6731
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Cindy Stanford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Other services and or tools utilized within my practice include spiritual, relaxation and intuitive techniques, mindfulness, meditation/prayer, guided visualization, healing touch, crystal readings, energy clearing, reiki womb therapy, creative/expressive art and embodied/soul writing).
Hello! I'm Cindy Stanford and I'm a holistic practitioner, life coach and licensed therapist. Honoring all spiritual practices and beliefs I utilize the sacred wisdom of the mind, body, spirit and heart to ignite life/spirit resuscitation. I facilitate the process of transformation through spirituality -focused services, psychotherapy, life coaching, consulting and mentoring. I'm also available for speaking engagements and workshops/seminars. I utilize a holistic, spiritual and therapeutic approach aimed at integrating the six aspects of life which aid in the discovery of one's authentic self and highest potential.
Other services and or tools utilized within my practice include spiritual, relaxation and intuitive techniques, mindfulness, meditation/prayer, guided visualization, healing touch, crystal readings, energy clearing, reiki womb therapy, creative/expressive art and embodied/soul writing).
Hello! I'm Cindy Stanford and I'm a holistic practitioner, life coach and licensed therapist. Honoring all spiritual practices and beliefs I utilize the sacred wisdom of the mind, body, spirit and heart to ignite life/spirit resuscitation. I facilitate the process of transformation through spirituality -focused services, psychotherapy, life coaching, consulting and mentoring. I'm also available for speaking engagements and workshops/seminars. I utilize a holistic, spiritual and therapeutic approach aimed at integrating the six aspects of life which aid in the discovery of one's authentic self and highest potential.
(757) 267-6925 View (757) 267-6925
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Jocelyn Scott
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
It’s very easy to feel alone when you live with anxiety and depression in your everyday life. I take an approach of empathy, understanding, and acceptance while providing you with clinical tips and resources for managing behavior that is no longer working well for you. I bring with me a sincere desire to help others heal, and believe therapy should be tailored to your specific culture, background, and needs. I offer individual therapy using a blended approach of Cognitive-Behavioral, Person-Centered, and Solution Focused techniques. I work earnestly to provide a supportive, safe and relaxed atmosphere.
It’s very easy to feel alone when you live with anxiety and depression in your everyday life. I take an approach of empathy, understanding, and acceptance while providing you with clinical tips and resources for managing behavior that is no longer working well for you. I bring with me a sincere desire to help others heal, and believe therapy should be tailored to your specific culture, background, and needs. I offer individual therapy using a blended approach of Cognitive-Behavioral, Person-Centered, and Solution Focused techniques. I work earnestly to provide a supportive, safe and relaxed atmosphere.
(757) 709-6628 View (757) 709-6628
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Transitions Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT, NBCC, NBCCH, PlayThe
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
I enjoy working with clients who are dealing with life changes and transitions. I like to show people different ways of thinking about their issues. I have a number of ways to help people to get in touch with their feelings and to change the way they respond to situations and handle conflict in relationships. I help them to find ways to compromise, use the energy that comes from strong feelings, and to slow down their reactivity before they do harm to others. I deal with grief, anger, pain, loss, depression, and anxiety. I provide a safe place for clients.
I enjoy working with clients who are dealing with life changes and transitions. I like to show people different ways of thinking about their issues. I have a number of ways to help people to get in touch with their feelings and to change the way they respond to situations and handle conflict in relationships. I help them to find ways to compromise, use the energy that comes from strong feelings, and to slow down their reactivity before they do harm to others. I deal with grief, anger, pain, loss, depression, and anxiety. I provide a safe place for clients.
(757) 372-4389 View (757) 372-4389
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B. Jane Siegel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, Coach
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185  (Online Only)
I am ‘uniquely' qualified as both a Counselor and a Life Coach. I can help you bring clarity and focus to your life. Contact me for a free consultation......If you're going through a difficult time, a time of change and transition I can definitely help! Divorce, marriage, separation, career/job change, empty nest, midlife, college graduation, and Covid-19 related life changes, are a few of the many transitions we can experience. Check out my website www.yournextchaptercoach.com
I am ‘uniquely' qualified as both a Counselor and a Life Coach. I can help you bring clarity and focus to your life. Contact me for a free consultation......If you're going through a difficult time, a time of change and transition I can definitely help! Divorce, marriage, separation, career/job change, empty nest, midlife, college graduation, and Covid-19 related life changes, are a few of the many transitions we can experience. Check out my website www.yournextchaptercoach.com
(757) 695-4586 View (757) 695-4586
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Carli C Papas-Pasco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward and thrive. This quote by Martin Luther King is what I support my patients to achieve in life. Whatever mental health or situations that you are suffering with, you deserve the opportunity to thrive and find happiness, success, worth and meaning in your life. Let's connect and discuss how I could support what goals you are trying to achieve.
If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward and thrive. This quote by Martin Luther King is what I support my patients to achieve in life. Whatever mental health or situations that you are suffering with, you deserve the opportunity to thrive and find happiness, success, worth and meaning in your life. Let's connect and discuss how I could support what goals you are trying to achieve.
(757) 250-4657 View (757) 250-4657
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Maria Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BCN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Sorry unable to accept new clients now. Offering Telehealth! I provide an encouraging and non-judgmental space to share your difficulties. No matter what your challenges are in life, you CAN make positive changes! I tailor my approach to help you find YOUR path and inner strength to meet YOUR goals. I use a combination of trauma informed therapy, mindfulness techniques, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to build resilience and insight, to assist you with resolving your challenges. If you desire swift, and lasting change, I offer Neurofeedback and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help you conquer your challenges.
Sorry unable to accept new clients now. Offering Telehealth! I provide an encouraging and non-judgmental space to share your difficulties. No matter what your challenges are in life, you CAN make positive changes! I tailor my approach to help you find YOUR path and inner strength to meet YOUR goals. I use a combination of trauma informed therapy, mindfulness techniques, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to build resilience and insight, to assist you with resolving your challenges. If you desire swift, and lasting change, I offer Neurofeedback and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help you conquer your challenges.
(757) 367-8317 View (757) 367-8317
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Genesis Counseling Center
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Genesis serves clients in Virginia and other states. We have Virginia offices in Hampton, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Chesapeake. Genesis provides professional services for healing and growth of the whole person. We offer comprehensive counseling, psychological services, and psychiatric medicine in an outpatient setting. Genesis can help you find new life and purpose in your marriage; experience freedom from fear, depression, addiction, past hurts, etc. See positive changes in your child's attitude and behavior; discover how to grow to your potential; and equip you to thrive in the challenges of life.
Genesis serves clients in Virginia and other states. We have Virginia offices in Hampton, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Chesapeake. Genesis provides professional services for healing and growth of the whole person. We offer comprehensive counseling, psychological services, and psychiatric medicine in an outpatient setting. Genesis can help you find new life and purpose in your marriage; experience freedom from fear, depression, addiction, past hurts, etc. See positive changes in your child's attitude and behavior; discover how to grow to your potential; and equip you to thrive in the challenges of life.
(757) 516-0041 View (757) 516-0041
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Sharon Harper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my page! I know this process can seem overwhelming and you might not know what exactly to do. Good news- you are already doing it! Look through these pages, use the filters provided, and then reach out to a therapist or 2 who you feel comfortable with and let the therapist take it from there. Most important is that you find someone who is the right fit for you. If you are thinking that person might be me, Keep reading! (2024 NOTE- I do not have after school or after work hours available)
Welcome to my page! I know this process can seem overwhelming and you might not know what exactly to do. Good news- you are already doing it! Look through these pages, use the filters provided, and then reach out to a therapist or 2 who you feel comfortable with and let the therapist take it from there. Most important is that you find someone who is the right fit for you. If you are thinking that person might be me, Keep reading! (2024 NOTE- I do not have after school or after work hours available)
(757) 345-8500 View (757) 345-8500
Photo of Kimberly Grebb, Licensed Professional Counselor in 23185, VA
Kimberly Grebb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185  (Online Only)
Hello! Whatever you're searching for, I’m glad you’re here! I specialize in prenatal, postpartum and maternal mental health and parenting. I have advanced training in treating Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) and certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). I am also a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) with years of experience helping children and families thrive. I aim to help women of all ages and stages regain a sense of connection, joy, and self amid all of life's ups and downs. My goal is to help you feel empowered and confident in each of the many roles you play in life.
Hello! Whatever you're searching for, I’m glad you’re here! I specialize in prenatal, postpartum and maternal mental health and parenting. I have advanced training in treating Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) and certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). I am also a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) with years of experience helping children and families thrive. I aim to help women of all ages and stages regain a sense of connection, joy, and self amid all of life's ups and downs. My goal is to help you feel empowered and confident in each of the many roles you play in life.
(757) 300-0388 View (757) 300-0388
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Susan Adair Poore Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Counseling & Wellness, LLC specializes in positive lifestyle changes. We offer personalized service to our clients to enhance their health and well-being. We assist individuals, children, and couples. We treat clients who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, as well as clients who are coping with stress, grief, or employment issues.
Counseling & Wellness, LLC specializes in positive lifestyle changes. We offer personalized service to our clients to enhance their health and well-being. We assist individuals, children, and couples. We treat clients who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, as well as clients who are coping with stress, grief, or employment issues.
(804) 403-8060 View (804) 403-8060
Photo of Catherine Le Vie, Pre-Licensed Professional in 23185, VA
Catherine Le Vie
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 996-4654 View (757) 996-4654
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Elizabeth Bailey-Grincius
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Not accepting new clients
NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Sometimes it seems like things are never going to get better. Life feels unbearable. You didn’t plan for this. It’s unfair. You have suffered for a long time. You deserve support from a therapist who is validating, competent, tolerant, reliable, and authentic, who values your honest feedback in sessions, and is unafraid to speak up and say what needs to be said. You are doing the best you can AND have it in you to try harder and do better with the right support.
NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Sometimes it seems like things are never going to get better. Life feels unbearable. You didn’t plan for this. It’s unfair. You have suffered for a long time. You deserve support from a therapist who is validating, competent, tolerant, reliable, and authentic, who values your honest feedback in sessions, and is unafraid to speak up and say what needs to be said. You are doing the best you can AND have it in you to try harder and do better with the right support.
(757) 906-3841 View (757) 906-3841
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Jennifer Russell
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in early childhood mental health and social emotional development with children ages 0-12. My clients are typically children struggling with anxiety, school-related issues, working through complex trauma, or demonstrating behavioral concerns. I offer a perspective of lived-experience for neurodiverse and military families.
I specialize in early childhood mental health and social emotional development with children ages 0-12. My clients are typically children struggling with anxiety, school-related issues, working through complex trauma, or demonstrating behavioral concerns. I offer a perspective of lived-experience for neurodiverse and military families.
(757) 654-2193 View (757) 654-2193
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Kristin Ritchey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Not accepting new clients
I have a passion for working with college aged individuals and young adults, but welcome individuals at any age or phase of life. Therapy with me means being seen for who you are, and embracing everything you can be. It would be an honor to walk alongside you in your mental health journey, and I look forward to meeting you!
I have a passion for working with college aged individuals and young adults, but welcome individuals at any age or phase of life. Therapy with me means being seen for who you are, and embracing everything you can be. It would be an honor to walk alongside you in your mental health journey, and I look forward to meeting you!
(757) 267-6957 View (757) 267-6957
Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.