Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

Tedra is a master-level Clinical Social Worker at Thriveworks under licensed supervision. She holds over 5 years of experience across various roles within the human services field. In her career, she’s worked primarily with female clients with generalized/social anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, adjustment difficulties, childhood trauma, sexual trauma, low self-esteem, strained parent-child relationships, exposure to narcissistic abuse, and transitions to adulthood. Tedra earned her dual Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Services from Old Dominion University and her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Hi there, I am Tina.. Do you struggle to have strong connections with loved ones, to progress in your life and career? Sometimes you might find that you are tired, struggling to motivate, feel keyed up, react defensively, or use alcohol to relax. Memories of past experiences may find their way into your mind only to distract and create distress. It’s likely you understand what is going on but feel overwhelmed about how to change it or worse, you have tried but haven’t been able to make significant or longstanding changes. This can leave you discouraged and the subject of your inner critic.

As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.

I earned my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University in 2016. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field since 2013 servicing individuals and families in numerous settings including residential placements, community based settings, schools and private practice.

Change can be exciting...and scary. Finding the right person to assist you through the change is important. I can help you deal with issues of anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, relationship conflicts, or marital issues. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, energy psychology techniques, mindfulness, and family systems therapy I can guide you to a more peaceful and self-fulfilled place in your life.

Immediate openings for in person appts on Saturdays available. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in treating children and families in individual and/or family therapy sessions. I work with individuals and families who are experiencing issues related to ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and family conflict. I have experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma and domestic violence. I have had VA supervision training and am credentialed to do licensure supervision. Please call 804-641-5176 to inquire about availability and rates.

I enjoy helping individuals find balance by addressing the issues that keep them stuck. Feeling depressed, overwhelmed, anxious and wondering how to work through painful experiences from the past? Sometimes the most important thing you can do is to show up and ask for help. My work is to provide an empathic, nonjudgmental atmosphere for you to work through your discomfort and create a healing experience. I hold the belief that we are all resilient and have the internal capacity to heal ourselves. An essential element in this effort is the development of a trusting relationship between client and therapist.

I have been a psychotherapist for 30 plus years. Intially, I worked at The Menninger Foundation and later at Eastern Virginia Psychiatric Institute Adult Unit. I was an associate professor at EVMS in family therapy where I taught and coordinated training workshops for the Family Therapy Institute. In 1986, I joined the private practice of Clinical Associates. In 2012, my psychiatrist husband and I moved our location to Laskin Road. I am an Approved Supervisor in the American Association of Marital and Family Therapists and specialize in marital therapy, pre-marital counseling, divorce and conflict resolution in couples.

Hello, and welcome! I love my work with couples and individuals, and I approach both from an attachment-based perspective. My work is done through an attachment lens because I believe that we were fundamentally created for relationships—with ourselves and with others. My clients are ready to be curious with themselves, to try something different, and to get out of that place of stuckness!

Congratulations on taking the first of many steps towards a happier, more productive you! Let's face it, life happens to everyone. Whether life nudges you or smacks you with a major blow, I'll walk along side you as you navigate your way back to living your best life. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I've counseled people from all walks of life. I believe wellness involves paying attention to physical health, habits, behaviors, and emotions. If any of these things alone or in combination are impacting your health or level of functioning, therapy can help restore your overall level of functionality.

Are you experiencing stress that is impacting your life? Are your relationships struggling? I believe in the importance of creating and maintaining healthy and fulfilling relationships through my work with children, adolescents, families and couples to achieve the relationships they desire. Most of the time things happen and we manage fine, but sometimes things happen that throw us for a loop and we need some additional support. Using Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (thoughts and behaviors), Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy as appropriate, I help individuals and families identify and use their strengths to facilitate their goals for growth and change.

A therapeutic conversation is often helpful in sorting things out, gaining a fresh perspective, reviving hope, and getting back on track. As your counselor, I am committed to providing you with a confidential and supportive therapeutic environment to enable you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, to tap into your own unique strengths and natural resiliency, and to feel empowered to make meaningful changes that allow you to live your uniquely purposeful and satisfying life.

Working in the mental health field for 20 years has been a joyous journey for me. I am always awed at the power and value of the human spirit that facilitate change and healing. I celebrate every step of courage to face life's challenges and "choose joy". I have also learned that incorporating concepts borrowed from the family systems theory and personality theory create greater depth into one's practice of insight into daily life functioning. I am a trauma-informed and strengths-based counselor. I utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques, focusing on my clients' self-concept, goals, and resilience. I support personal responsibility as a modality for change. I would be honored to share a season in your life journey towards your healing and development.

*WILLIAM AND MARY STUDENT AND STAFF experienced. I provide a positive, supportive and nurturing environment for exploration of challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions and adjustment issues, relationship problems, grief, trauma, academic and job performance and chronic illness. I am experienced in many approaches including mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, family systems and creative and alternative therapies such as expressive arts.

Learning to give yourself grace, accept the perfect imperfections that make us human, and balance relationships and responsibilities has it's challenges. Every experience in the lifespan has influenced who we have become, how we react to situations, and how we connect with others. The motivation to grow and learn, to feel and communicate is what I am looking for when we work together. Through counseling, we will identify and model healthy communication, reflect and process important events, and empower you to grow and heal from whatever may be holding you back from authenticity and connection in your life and relationships.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia currently providing video psychotherapy sessions. My patients are older teens and adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship and family issues, poor self image and academic and professional stressors. I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University, where I focused on the impact substance abuse and mental health challenges have on the individual across the life span.

I help healthcare providers and teachers struggling with anxiety to reclaim their time and energy. Many of my clients are balancing relationships, family, and demanding jobs, leaving them exhausted and overwhelmed. Often my clients identify as people pleasers or perfectionists, and they wish they could be kinder to themselves and prioritize their own needs more. Almost all of my clients have had a difficult or traumatic experience that profoundly changed them, like illness, an unhealthy relationship, or child abuse. If any of these ring true for you, we can work together to help you bring more ease and balance into your life.

Heal. Grow. Thrive. I strive to create a safe space that facilitates vulnerability, connectedness, awareness and growth. I have 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults that have endured some form of trauma in their lives. I am passionate about helping clients address mental disorders such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders.

I am here to help. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Anxiety Specialist as well as a Certified Medical Hypnotherapist with over 20 years experience. I use my skills to help holistically heal your mind, body and spirit. I provide somatic counseling services to those who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress management, self esteem and trauma. Life can feel overwhelming at times but with support, our challenges can be pivot points to heal and grow. I am also an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and love to supervise Residents in Counseling. www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-williamsatthewintergroup