Chiquita Merrill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS (she, her)
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425 W. Washington Street Ste 4 Suffolk, VA 23434
I work best with individuals ready to engage in meaningful change and personal growth. My approach extends beyond diagnosis to support those navigating identity-based stress or marginalization. I hold space for African Americans, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those exploring alternative spiritualities, offering an affirming environment grounded in safety, respect, and authenticity. If this reflects your experience, know that my practice is an intentionally inclusive space—one that affirms your identity, honors your story, and centers your psychological safety as a core part of the healing process.
My clinical background is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, complemented by elements of mindfulness, person-centered approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and brief/solution-focused interventions. I also integrate feminist perspectives and alternative spirituality frameworks to support holistic growth and authentic self-exploration.
Life can be challenging, and none of us are meant to face it alone. My role isn’t to tell you what to do or how to live, but to help you clarify your goals and move toward them at your own pace. If something in my approach resonates with you, I invite you to reach out so we can begin the work of creating meaningful change together.
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Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Humana
- Sentara Health Plans
- TRICARE
Chiquita Merrill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (757) 809-2178
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701008129 Chiquita Merrill
Chiquita Merrill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (757) 809-2178
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Spirituality
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & ENM
- Racial Identity
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Trauma and PTSD
- Weight Loss
Chiquita Merrill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (757) 809-2178
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Feminist
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
Chiquita Merrill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (757) 809-2178
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Chiquita Merrill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Take the first step to help. Call now - (757) 809-2178