Charlottesville
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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Divergent Path Wellness

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW (they, them)

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3 Endorsed
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Let's Connect (434) 205-3556
Available both in-person and online
1445 Rio Rd E Charlottesville, VA 22901
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We're here for analytical deep thinkers who’ve often felt misunderstood or like you “should have it together by now.” You’re not alone. At Divergent Path Wellness, we offer therapy for teens, adults and couples—centering the experiences of neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, and creative, unconventional humans. We are trauma-informed, intentional, humans who take our work (but not ourselves) seriously and believe that therapy should be a space where you can show up fully.
Founded by a queer, AuDHD, nonbinary human; Divergent Path Wellness exists because the difficulty with starting therapy when "normal" people so often don't seem to get you... is real. We want it to be easy for you to find a therapist you connect with: honest (sometimes dark-and-twisty, sometimes a little spicy), informed, and inclusive.
How to get started? You don't have to call us. Head over to the website, check out our profiles, and schedule a free consultation directly on the calendar. Sharing a commitment to trauma-informed, identity-affirming care; We're a team of diverse people: among us—D&D party members, Dog lovers, and Culture nerds—here to help you discover what works for you.
Call or Divergent Path Wellness now for a free 15 minute consultation - (434) 205-3556

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online
Divergent Path Wellness

Way Forward Mental Health Collective

1445 Rio Rd E

Charlottesville, VA 22901 map

 (434) 205-3556
Website
Online therapy across Virginia : In-office available in Charlottesville : Schedule your free consultation from the website
I specialize in Self Esteem, LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergence 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Why do we exist and how are we different? Lean more about who we are at Divergent Path Wellness.
Divergent Path Wellness
Let's Connect (434) 205-3556

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online
Divergent Path Wellness

Way Forward Mental Health Collective

1445 Rio Rd E

Charlottesville, VA 22901 map

 (434) 205-3556
Website
Online therapy across Virginia : In-office available in Charlottesville : Schedule your free consultation from the website
I specialize in Self Esteem, LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergence 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Why do we exist and how are we different? Lean more about who we are at Divergent Path Wellness.
Divergent Path Wellness

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • Out of Network
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We are in-network with Anthem, Optima, and Student Resources (UHC) commercial insurance plans, and our team of intentionally inclusive, affirming professional therapists' private pay rates are listed on our website. Sliding scale services may also be available with clinical interns.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556
"
We are in-network with Anthem, Optima, and Student Resources (UHC) commercial insurance plans, and our team of intentionally inclusive, affirming professional therapists' private pay rates are listed on our website. Sliding scale services may also be available with clinical interns.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Helen Dempsey-Henofer
  • Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904010297 Helen Dempsey-Henofer
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Founded by Helen Dempsey-Henofer, an Autistic therapist with ADHD, Divergent Path Wellness strives to provide services affirming neurodivergent, queer clients and people with religious trauma experiences.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556
"
Founded by Helen Dempsey-Henofer, an Autistic therapist with ADHD, Divergent Path Wellness strives to provide services affirming neurodivergent, queer clients and people with religious trauma experiences.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self Esteem
  • LGBTQ+
  • Neurodivergence

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Religious and Spiritual Trauma
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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We break down barriers to therapy for people who often feel like outsiders. With a commitment to affirming care for neurodiversity and lgbtq experiences we are in it with you: human to human, with you as the expert on you.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556
"
We break down barriers to therapy for people who often feel like outsiders. With a commitment to affirming care for neurodiversity and lgbtq experiences we are in it with you: human to human, with you as the expert on you.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556

3 Endorsements

CavCity Counseling
CavCity Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Lee Ruckman
Lee Ruckman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mx. Lauren Johnson— OCD Specialist/I-CBT Therapist
Mx. Lauren Johnson— OCD Specialist/I-CBT Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Helen is a warm, compassionate human who approaches therapy from an affirming lens. They are passionate about neurodivergence & providing secular, affirming therapy for religious & spiritual trauma. Helen provides a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ folks.

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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
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Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Person-Centered
  • Secular
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Therapy is a conversation, informed by your lived experience. We use ACT to guide our practice, introducing resources and perspectives. Throughout the process our work is guided by what works for you.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556
"
Therapy is a conversation, informed by your lived experience. We use ACT to guide our practice, introducing resources and perspectives. Throughout the process our work is guided by what works for you.
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (434) 205-3556

Location

Primary Location

Way Forward Mental Health Collective

1445 Rio Rd E

Charlottesville, VA 22901

(434) 205-3556

Email Us

Website

Group Practice

Divergent Path Wellness

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Cities

Counties

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Online therapy across Virginia : In-office available in Charlottesville : Schedule your free consultation from the website
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (434) 205-3556
"
Online therapy across Virginia : In-office available in Charlottesville : Schedule your free consultation from the website
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (434) 205-3556