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Adina Silvestri
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
(804) 621-7126 View (804) 621-7126
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Christina M. Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23236
Waitlist for new clients
My practice focuses on supporting people who are seeking to improve their lives through understanding identity, relationships, family of origin issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
My practice focuses on supporting people who are seeking to improve their lives through understanding identity, relationships, family of origin issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
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Marilyn Finch Williams, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23221  (Online Only)
I believe trusting clients' innate ability to understand and heal themselves. This belief also guides my work with family, couples' and children's issues. I help clients access their own emotional intelligence - awareness that a lack of confidence and support often block. I can help clients discover and articulate their desired change. I use techniques from different traditions - primarily Family Systems, Self and Developmental Psychology, cognitive/behavioral approaches, but believe primarily in the healing power of relationship.
I believe trusting clients' innate ability to understand and heal themselves. This belief also guides my work with family, couples' and children's issues. I help clients access their own emotional intelligence - awareness that a lack of confidence and support often block. I can help clients discover and articulate their desired change. I use techniques from different traditions - primarily Family Systems, Self and Developmental Psychology, cognitive/behavioral approaches, but believe primarily in the healing power of relationship.
(571) 620-6517 View (571) 620-6517
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George Koussoglou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23219
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, families, and adults. I have extensive in patient and outpatient clinical experience working with adolescents and adults who have significant trauma histories. In addition, I have worked in Emergency Services for over a decade, helping clients navigate life threatening crisis situations. I am a level 2 trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist. I use this strengths based approach to help my clients reconnect to/ nurture disowned parts of themselves that cary emotional pain.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, families, and adults. I have extensive in patient and outpatient clinical experience working with adolescents and adults who have significant trauma histories. In addition, I have worked in Emergency Services for over a decade, helping clients navigate life threatening crisis situations. I am a level 2 trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist. I use this strengths based approach to help my clients reconnect to/ nurture disowned parts of themselves that cary emotional pain.
(804) 552-3035 View (804) 552-3035
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Ryan Ellison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23228  (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Ryan Ellison, I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia and I have 3 years of work in the field of mental health. I have worked with clients in managing depression, stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & self esteem amongst other things.
Hi there! My name is Ryan Ellison, I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia and I have 3 years of work in the field of mental health. I have worked with clients in managing depression, stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & self esteem amongst other things.
(804) 259-0387 View (804) 259-0387
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Transcending Adversity Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, M Ed
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23237
Emotions are an important part of life, and help us to connect with others. Sometimes our experiences with intense emotions can take away from our ability to clearly communicate with each other or appreciate ourselves. Do you find it difficult to enjoy life in the moment? too focused on the past or worried about the future? Do you wish you could connect with your family or partner in a way that doesn't lead to conflict or slammed doors? Whether you are experiencing relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, anger, feelings of low self esteem or sex related concerns, your feelings do not have to control your life.
Emotions are an important part of life, and help us to connect with others. Sometimes our experiences with intense emotions can take away from our ability to clearly communicate with each other or appreciate ourselves. Do you find it difficult to enjoy life in the moment? too focused on the past or worried about the future? Do you wish you could connect with your family or partner in a way that doesn't lead to conflict or slammed doors? Whether you are experiencing relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, anger, feelings of low self esteem or sex related concerns, your feelings do not have to control your life.
(804) 567-8198 View (804) 567-8198
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Dr. Tayla Rhine
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23222  (Online Only)
In my spare time, I enjoy a good social gathering with friends, vacations with family, the sounds of a well-curated musical playlist, and spending time with my fur baby.
First, let’s take a breath and acknowledge how incredibly insightful you are for seeking therapy in the first place! At first sight, therapy on its surface appears to be daunting, and it usually demands a lot of effort from the person seeking therapy, but alas, the commitment to therapy is well worth it, because you are worth it. We owe it to ourselves to be just as invested in our mental and physical self-care, as we are in our professional lives and interpersonal relationships. Whatever the issues, big or small, I am here to tell you, that you do not have to traverse this journey alone!
In my spare time, I enjoy a good social gathering with friends, vacations with family, the sounds of a well-curated musical playlist, and spending time with my fur baby.
First, let’s take a breath and acknowledge how incredibly insightful you are for seeking therapy in the first place! At first sight, therapy on its surface appears to be daunting, and it usually demands a lot of effort from the person seeking therapy, but alas, the commitment to therapy is well worth it, because you are worth it. We owe it to ourselves to be just as invested in our mental and physical self-care, as we are in our professional lives and interpersonal relationships. Whatever the issues, big or small, I am here to tell you, that you do not have to traverse this journey alone!
(804) 792-3207 View (804) 792-3207
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Tesha Thornton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
Greetings! My name is Tesha Thornton, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor offering therapy services virtually for clients residing in Virginia. I have been in the field of mental health for 20 years. My experience is extremely broad as I have held positions providing individual and family counseling services within juvenile detention centers, crisis intervention services for several Virginia localities, emergency room assessments, and court liaison services for foster care children.
Greetings! My name is Tesha Thornton, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor offering therapy services virtually for clients residing in Virginia. I have been in the field of mental health for 20 years. My experience is extremely broad as I have held positions providing individual and family counseling services within juvenile detention centers, crisis intervention services for several Virginia localities, emergency room assessments, and court liaison services for foster care children.
(804) 220-8462 View (804) 220-8462
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Jaeron-Rae "R Jay" Dukes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23222  (Online Only)
I will tailor our work together to meet your specific needs based on my training in Polyvagal Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Ego States, Internal Family Systems, Attachment Based, Strength Based, Trauma and Abandonment, Eye Movement and Desensitization (EMDR), and Gottman's Couples Therapy.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, incarceration, dissociation, trauma and abuse, PTSD, career challenges, and eating issues. I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ clients with specialized training for supporting transgender clients as well as cult recovery/religious deconstruction. My therapy style is warm, interactive and person centered. I believe everyone has the ability to find healing and you are the expert on you! My role is to support you. It takes courage to reach out and ask for support. That courage will serve you well as you work towards feeling better.
I will tailor our work together to meet your specific needs based on my training in Polyvagal Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Ego States, Internal Family Systems, Attachment Based, Strength Based, Trauma and Abandonment, Eye Movement and Desensitization (EMDR), and Gottman's Couples Therapy.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, incarceration, dissociation, trauma and abuse, PTSD, career challenges, and eating issues. I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ clients with specialized training for supporting transgender clients as well as cult recovery/religious deconstruction. My therapy style is warm, interactive and person centered. I believe everyone has the ability to find healing and you are the expert on you! My role is to support you. It takes courage to reach out and ask for support. That courage will serve you well as you work towards feeling better.
(804) 494-7922 View (804) 494-7922
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Betrayal, Sex/Porn Addiction, Narcissistic Abuse
Debbie, Allen
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23219  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with betrayal trauma, sex addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, isolation, self esteem, anxiety or other feelings. You may not even know what brings you here, just a feeling of being stuck or that life is missing meaning or purpose. I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts that may be difficult to talk about with family & friends. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive & compassionate. My experience, education & training has been invaluable while helping clients achieve long term & resilient change. You no longer have to be alone. I offer a free meet & greet.
Are you struggling with betrayal trauma, sex addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, isolation, self esteem, anxiety or other feelings. You may not even know what brings you here, just a feeling of being stuck or that life is missing meaning or purpose. I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts that may be difficult to talk about with family & friends. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive & compassionate. My experience, education & training has been invaluable while helping clients achieve long term & resilient change. You no longer have to be alone. I offer a free meet & greet.
(804) 251-3198 View (804) 251-3198
Photo of Claudia Bracey, Resident in Counseling in Richmond, VA
Claudia Bracey
Resident in Counseling, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
I have experience working with adults struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, communication difficulties, low self-esteem, multicultural issues, and interpersonal relationship conflict. In addition, I have a background in facilitating family therapy, couples counseling, and group processes. I specialize in working with women (teens, young mothers, adults, minorities). I am also working toward specializing in women’s health counseling, perinatal counseling, and other specific women’s issues.
I have experience working with adults struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, communication difficulties, low self-esteem, multicultural issues, and interpersonal relationship conflict. In addition, I have a background in facilitating family therapy, couples counseling, and group processes. I specialize in working with women (teens, young mothers, adults, minorities). I am also working toward specializing in women’s health counseling, perinatal counseling, and other specific women’s issues.
(804) 889-2798 View (804) 889-2798
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Eirene Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
We also treat family of origin issues and challenges associated with life transitions.
Eirene simply means peace and reconciliation within yourself and with other people. How is your relationship with yourself? What about with other people? When those relationships are unbalanced it can look like repeating the same dysfunctional patterns no matter how hard you try. It can feel like you are stuck, unmotivated, frustrated and don't have the energy to make the changes you desire or not being sure of what changes you need to make to live a fuller, more complete life. You may also feel overwhelmed, anxiety filled, doubt in yourself and your abilities, anger/irritation, and setting impossible goals for yourself.
We also treat family of origin issues and challenges associated with life transitions.
Eirene simply means peace and reconciliation within yourself and with other people. How is your relationship with yourself? What about with other people? When those relationships are unbalanced it can look like repeating the same dysfunctional patterns no matter how hard you try. It can feel like you are stuck, unmotivated, frustrated and don't have the energy to make the changes you desire or not being sure of what changes you need to make to live a fuller, more complete life. You may also feel overwhelmed, anxiety filled, doubt in yourself and your abilities, anger/irritation, and setting impossible goals for yourself.
(804) 455-8035 View (804) 455-8035
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Jenna A Pagano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23236
I am a classically trained couples therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family therapist) with an B level certification in Emotion Focused therapy (EFT).
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
I am a classically trained couples therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family therapist) with an B level certification in Emotion Focused therapy (EFT).
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
(804) 293-2363 View (804) 293-2363
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Paula Cooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23234
I am Dr. Paula Cooks; I am a Christian that believes in the holistic approach to managing the mental health needs of my clients. I use humanistic and existential therapeutic modalities. I believe that the individual, couple, or family has the unconscious resolution to aid in returning to homeostasis. My focus is on managing and improving the mental health status of individuals, families, and couples seeking relief from environmental, situational, and life stressors.
I am Dr. Paula Cooks; I am a Christian that believes in the holistic approach to managing the mental health needs of my clients. I use humanistic and existential therapeutic modalities. I believe that the individual, couple, or family has the unconscious resolution to aid in returning to homeostasis. My focus is on managing and improving the mental health status of individuals, families, and couples seeking relief from environmental, situational, and life stressors.
(804) 531-4284 View (804) 531-4284
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Kathryn Wilder Schaaf
Psychologist, PhD, LCP, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
As a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, I work to develop collaborative, supportive relationships that facilitate the change process. It is an honor to be invited into the lives of people during vulnerable difficult times. I seek to help my clients with what matters most - living in the present, engaging in activities and relationships of value, and minimizing all that distracts. I work with individuals, couples and families and treat a wide range of presenting issues including: Relationship and Family Concerns; Stress and Life Dissatisfaction; Anxiety; Depression;Trauma; Recovery after Neurological Disorders
As a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, I work to develop collaborative, supportive relationships that facilitate the change process. It is an honor to be invited into the lives of people during vulnerable difficult times. I seek to help my clients with what matters most - living in the present, engaging in activities and relationships of value, and minimizing all that distracts. I work with individuals, couples and families and treat a wide range of presenting issues including: Relationship and Family Concerns; Stress and Life Dissatisfaction; Anxiety; Depression;Trauma; Recovery after Neurological Disorders
(804) 375-5861 View (804) 375-5861
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The Carter Psychotherapy Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, NCC, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220  (Online Only)
My areas of specialized training are crisis intervention, family systems work, military counseling, and behavior modification with clients diagnosed with comorbid disorders (ex.
Therapy is a process and just starting is an accomplishment. It can be difficult because you may address topics that you have avoided. The Carter Psychotherapy Group provides a place for you to fully engage in treatment so that you leave every session needing therapy less and less. My goal is to create a safe space for individuals and families to access mental health services without barriers to treatment
My areas of specialized training are crisis intervention, family systems work, military counseling, and behavior modification with clients diagnosed with comorbid disorders (ex.
Therapy is a process and just starting is an accomplishment. It can be difficult because you may address topics that you have avoided. The Carter Psychotherapy Group provides a place for you to fully engage in treatment so that you leave every session needing therapy less and less. My goal is to create a safe space for individuals and families to access mental health services without barriers to treatment
(571) 470-5708 View (571) 470-5708
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Analia Almada
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225  (Online Only)
With over twenty years of experience in counseling, I believe in working together with clients in finding solutions to the problems that affect them by using cognitive behavioral therapy and systemic modalities of family treatment. As a bilingual therapist who is also certified in school counseling with experience in immigrant students and families, I understand transitions, changes, adjustments, and I specialize in issues related to immigration, diversity, family reunification, and acculturation.
With over twenty years of experience in counseling, I believe in working together with clients in finding solutions to the problems that affect them by using cognitive behavioral therapy and systemic modalities of family treatment. As a bilingual therapist who is also certified in school counseling with experience in immigrant students and families, I understand transitions, changes, adjustments, and I specialize in issues related to immigration, diversity, family reunification, and acculturation.
(571) 901-1944 View (571) 901-1944
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Justin Michaud
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223  (Online Only)
Justin Michaud is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) with over 7 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages to help them cope with family conflict, couple's issues, PTSD, trauma, depression, stress, and more.
Justin Michaud is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) with over 7 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages to help them cope with family conflict, couple's issues, PTSD, trauma, depression, stress, and more.
(207) 203-4076 View (207) 203-4076
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Dr. Sheena Horsford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23221  (Online Only)
Through couple and family therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families manage their emotions effectively so they are able to communicate them to others. This creates a secure attachment in marriages hurt by infidelity, mistrust, and lack of sexual intimacy. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, you will learn how to have an emotionally safe sexual relationship with your significant other. Continue reading to learn how to book a session with me.
Through couple and family therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families manage their emotions effectively so they are able to communicate them to others. This creates a secure attachment in marriages hurt by infidelity, mistrust, and lack of sexual intimacy. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, you will learn how to have an emotionally safe sexual relationship with your significant other. Continue reading to learn how to book a session with me.
(804) 207-5503 View (804) 207-5503
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Dr. Darlise Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-QS, CAP, CHT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23232
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
(786) 574-3468 View (786) 574-3468
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.