Therapists in Bedford County, VA
Shannon Soto
Resident in Counseling, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
I am experienced working with clients of all ages with regards to trauma, abuse, grief/loss, life changes, teenage pressure and stress, depression, anxiety, caretaker distress, marriage and family dynamics and communication, self-efficacy and empowerment.
I am an outpatient therapist in private practice taking new clients at this time. I specialize in working with survivors, women and people who are learning to know their voice, their thoughts, their emotions as life enhancers, and discovering what they need to flourish. I aim to offer clients space to process emotions in a safe place and to come to know themselves and their needs for improved self-efficacy and empowerment.
I am experienced working with clients of all ages with regards to trauma, abuse, grief/loss, life changes, teenage pressure and stress, depression, anxiety, caretaker distress, marriage and family dynamics and communication, self-efficacy and empowerment.
I am an outpatient therapist in private practice taking new clients at this time. I specialize in working with survivors, women and people who are learning to know their voice, their thoughts, their emotions as life enhancers, and discovering what they need to flourish. I aim to offer clients space to process emotions in a safe place and to come to know themselves and their needs for improved self-efficacy and empowerment.
Kenzie Ribeiro
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest, VA 24551
I have a special interest in working with individuals struggling with family relational issues, trauma/PTSD, body image/eating disorders, and anxiety/depression. I help clients overcome tough generational patterns that are hard to break and often stem from one's family of origin. Many of my clients have been through some form of trauma and are in need of a supportive presence to help them process their pain and validate their feelings. No matter your reason for counseling, my goal is to help you grow and restore a greater sense of empowerment and peace to your life.
I have a special interest in working with individuals struggling with family relational issues, trauma/PTSD, body image/eating disorders, and anxiety/depression. I help clients overcome tough generational patterns that are hard to break and often stem from one's family of origin. Many of my clients have been through some form of trauma and are in need of a supportive presence to help them process their pain and validate their feelings. No matter your reason for counseling, my goal is to help you grow and restore a greater sense of empowerment and peace to your life.
Erin Sheetz Mace
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
I am licensed in Virginia with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with mindfulness and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with change.
I am licensed in Virginia with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with mindfulness and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with change.
Khalil E Karl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
I consider it a privilege and am passionate about helping others uncover their own hope, receive healing, and grow to their full potential. I enjoy working alongside individuals, couples, and families collaboratively to help them reach their goals. I believe the foundation of effective counseling is taking in the uniqueness of each individual or family and building a strong therapeutic environment where it is a safe place to be authentic and honest about struggles. I've worked with individuals and families of all ages going through personal and relational conflict.
I consider it a privilege and am passionate about helping others uncover their own hope, receive healing, and grow to their full potential. I enjoy working alongside individuals, couples, and families collaboratively to help them reach their goals. I believe the foundation of effective counseling is taking in the uniqueness of each individual or family and building a strong therapeutic environment where it is a safe place to be authentic and honest about struggles. I've worked with individuals and families of all ages going through personal and relational conflict.
Bosede Balogun
Resident in Counseling, LPC-R, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest, VA 24551
I hold an M.A. in Human Services, Marriage and Family Counseling, and Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and am a Resident in Counseling. Currently, I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. My counseling approach is tailored to each client's specific needs. I incorporate multicultural and creative arts with an eclectic approach to counseling to address each client's needs. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
I hold an M.A. in Human Services, Marriage and Family Counseling, and Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and am a Resident in Counseling. Currently, I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. My counseling approach is tailored to each client's specific needs. I incorporate multicultural and creative arts with an eclectic approach to counseling to address each client's needs. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Heather H Massey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Bedford, VA 24523
I truly enjoy working with young people and young adults on depression, anxiety and family issues.
To put it bluntly, I am here for you. I want to hear about what is hurting you and stopping you from moving forward in a happy and positive way in your life. I want your input on what the problem is and what plan will work with you personally. We will gather all our information and decide on a plan of action to get you back to where you want to be as quickly as possible and develop a way to keep you there.
I truly enjoy working with young people and young adults on depression, anxiety and family issues.
To put it bluntly, I am here for you. I want to hear about what is hurting you and stopping you from moving forward in a happy and positive way in your life. I want your input on what the problem is and what plan will work with you personally. We will gather all our information and decide on a plan of action to get you back to where you want to be as quickly as possible and develop a way to keep you there.
Bryan John Prinzivalli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
Having worked extensively with children, adolescents and their families, I would say my ideal client is pre-teen to adult working through behavioral struggles including impulse control, defiance, hyperactivity, etc. I work closely with and honor the family unit and also work with couples, relationship and marriage counseling for the betterment of that unit. I also have worked with and specialize in treatment of dual diagnosis, particularly when addictive behaviors are a primary concern. Being trained in ASAM criteria I also work with additive behaviors in both adolescent and adults.
Having worked extensively with children, adolescents and their families, I would say my ideal client is pre-teen to adult working through behavioral struggles including impulse control, defiance, hyperactivity, etc. I work closely with and honor the family unit and also work with couples, relationship and marriage counseling for the betterment of that unit. I also have worked with and specialize in treatment of dual diagnosis, particularly when addictive behaviors are a primary concern. Being trained in ASAM criteria I also work with additive behaviors in both adolescent and adults.
Berkley Holston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest, VA 24551
Waitlist for new clients
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Lisa Taylor ~ Life Design Network
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bedford, VA 24523
Lisa Taylor’s Life Design Network, specializes in counseling individuals of various backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and adults. Services Provided: Individual Counseling Family Counseling Parent-Child Relationship Counseling Couples Counseling Parenting Anger Management Workshops Consulting and Clinical Supervision to LMHP-Residents Issues: Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Depression Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief Life Transitions Parent-Child Relationship Issues Peer Relationship Issues.
Lisa Taylor’s Life Design Network, specializes in counseling individuals of various backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and adults. Services Provided: Individual Counseling Family Counseling Parent-Child Relationship Counseling Couples Counseling Parenting Anger Management Workshops Consulting and Clinical Supervision to LMHP-Residents Issues: Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Depression Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief Life Transitions Parent-Child Relationship Issues Peer Relationship Issues.
Haley Towles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
My passion for counseling and working closely with people and their stories has always been a part of what drives me. I am particularly passionate about working closely with those who experience trauma of any kind as well as the affects that come along with it such as anxiety, depression, family issues, relationship issues etc. I specialize in working with women, in particular, to help them see that no matter where their story has led them to until now, that their story matters regardless and healing can be found in each chapter.
My passion for counseling and working closely with people and their stories has always been a part of what drives me. I am particularly passionate about working closely with those who experience trauma of any kind as well as the affects that come along with it such as anxiety, depression, family issues, relationship issues etc. I specialize in working with women, in particular, to help them see that no matter where their story has led them to until now, that their story matters regardless and healing can be found in each chapter.
Bedford Counseling and Consulting -Neil Moser LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, VA 24523 (Online Only)
Welcome to Bedford counseling and consulting service . We offer counseling to improve mental health and sense of well-being. Our approach is professional , personable and practical, tailored to fit your needs.
Welcome to Bedford counseling and consulting service . We offer counseling to improve mental health and sense of well-being. Our approach is professional , personable and practical, tailored to fit your needs.
Jordyn Chaverri
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LMHP-R
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
Heather Jennings
Counselor, MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Forest, VA 24551 (Online Only)
I am a passionate Mental Health Life Coach committed to encouraging men and women of any age through difficulties they may face. Sometimes people need redirection and help in finding their best selves. I have been there and look forward to helping walk you through and help you achieve the next level, whether in your career or anxiety and depression, or if you need help with difficult people in your life. My work focuses on targeting irrational thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs that keep us discouraged and feeling stuck in life. At the end of our work together, I believe you will feel more empowered to take the next step.
I am a passionate Mental Health Life Coach committed to encouraging men and women of any age through difficulties they may face. Sometimes people need redirection and help in finding their best selves. I have been there and look forward to helping walk you through and help you achieve the next level, whether in your career or anxiety and depression, or if you need help with difficult people in your life. My work focuses on targeting irrational thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs that keep us discouraged and feeling stuck in life. At the end of our work together, I believe you will feel more empowered to take the next step.
Emily Woody
Counselor, MEd , LPC , CEDS
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
Emily has a passion for working with individuals dealing with matters such as transition to adulthood, relationship issues, Eating Disorders, and trauma history. She uses a variety of techniques when developing rich relationships with her clients to help them overcome their challenges. Emily believes in all around wellness with the body and soul and incorporates this into her therapy sessions. She has training in Telehealth Services, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and Basic EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Emily is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist.
Emily has a passion for working with individuals dealing with matters such as transition to adulthood, relationship issues, Eating Disorders, and trauma history. She uses a variety of techniques when developing rich relationships with her clients to help them overcome their challenges. Emily believes in all around wellness with the body and soul and incorporates this into her therapy sessions. She has training in Telehealth Services, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and Basic EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Emily is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist.
Debbie Kleinsmith
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
While we specialize in treating adolescent girls and women at Empower Counseling, we welcome all clients. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are looking for a supportive and goal directed therapist with a collaborative approach to change. My goal is to help my clients become a more confident and empowered version of themselves, build on their strengths and work through the challenges and conflicts that are an inevitable part of life.
While we specialize in treating adolescent girls and women at Empower Counseling, we welcome all clients. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are looking for a supportive and goal directed therapist with a collaborative approach to change. My goal is to help my clients become a more confident and empowered version of themselves, build on their strengths and work through the challenges and conflicts that are an inevitable part of life.
Kathryn Braswell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest, VA 24551
I have been fortunate to gain experience working with teens to older adults in both the home and outpatient setting. I believe that building trust with my clients is one of the most important parts of the therapeutic process, as it is an invaluable asset to gain as I champion them to reach their goals toward healing and thriving. I have worked with clients who have suffered from depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, codependency issues, emotion dysregulation, panic disorder, and grief. I have also worked with children in the foster care system, caregivers of those in foster care, and individuals who have suffered from sexual abuse.
I have been fortunate to gain experience working with teens to older adults in both the home and outpatient setting. I believe that building trust with my clients is one of the most important parts of the therapeutic process, as it is an invaluable asset to gain as I champion them to reach their goals toward healing and thriving. I have worked with clients who have suffered from depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, codependency issues, emotion dysregulation, panic disorder, and grief. I have also worked with children in the foster care system, caregivers of those in foster care, and individuals who have suffered from sexual abuse.
Ashton Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forest, VA 24551
Life throws us unexpected curves, hurdles, and struggles. In fact, life can be down right hard. How would life be different if you had an advocate on your side to empathetically and non-judgmentally walk alongside you in your journey to experience healing, growth, and a fulfilling life As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide counseling to individuals of all ages and families to address various issues such as trauma, anxiety, anger management, abuse, depression, life changes, parenting issues, grief, attention-deficit disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and adjustment disorders.
Life throws us unexpected curves, hurdles, and struggles. In fact, life can be down right hard. How would life be different if you had an advocate on your side to empathetically and non-judgmentally walk alongside you in your journey to experience healing, growth, and a fulfilling life As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide counseling to individuals of all ages and families to address various issues such as trauma, anxiety, anger management, abuse, depression, life changes, parenting issues, grief, attention-deficit disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and adjustment disorders.
Donna J Neder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Bedford, VA 24523
Sometimes life is just plain hard and we need to talk to someone who will listen and support us without judgement. We need a safe place to figure out what is going on, with someone who will listen objectively and without any agenda of their own. I would be honored to come alongside you and provide a safe place of understanding and support to help you gain the insight and growth you seek in your life and relationships. It is my desire to help you gain a stronger understanding of yourself, challenge and change old patterns, and unlock new potential.
Sometimes life is just plain hard and we need to talk to someone who will listen and support us without judgement. We need a safe place to figure out what is going on, with someone who will listen objectively and without any agenda of their own. I would be honored to come alongside you and provide a safe place of understanding and support to help you gain the insight and growth you seek in your life and relationships. It is my desire to help you gain a stronger understanding of yourself, challenge and change old patterns, and unlock new potential.
Substance Abuse Clinic Of Lynchburg
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Forest, VA 24551
Are you or someone you love unable to break the grip of Alcohol or Drug Addiction? We know how to break it! Living with addiction or living with someone who is addicted to alcohol or drugs is devastating. You are exhausted as you go through the cycle, trying to stop on your own, yet one more time. You feel, helpless, hopeless, and terrified of what the future holds. You want desperately to break free and move forward but your best efforts end only in more disappointment and shame. There is help! It can end today! You can move forward!
Are you or someone you love unable to break the grip of Alcohol or Drug Addiction? We know how to break it! Living with addiction or living with someone who is addicted to alcohol or drugs is devastating. You are exhausted as you go through the cycle, trying to stop on your own, yet one more time. You feel, helpless, hopeless, and terrified of what the future holds. You want desperately to break free and move forward but your best efforts end only in more disappointment and shame. There is help! It can end today! You can move forward!
Stacy E Louthan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moneta, VA 24121
My passion lies in helping you or your child learn social and emotional regulation in order to thrive in your daily life. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents with behavioral difficulties, trauma, and substance abuse. I enjoy working with families, couples, and adults as well as children and adolescents. I am certified in trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy which is an evidenced based therapy for children and adolescents with a history of trauma. I use dialectical behavioral therapy techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, and behavior modification. Connect with me today to begin your journey towards growth.
My passion lies in helping you or your child learn social and emotional regulation in order to thrive in your daily life. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents with behavioral difficulties, trauma, and substance abuse. I enjoy working with families, couples, and adults as well as children and adolescents. I am certified in trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy which is an evidenced based therapy for children and adolescents with a history of trauma. I use dialectical behavioral therapy techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, and behavior modification. Connect with me today to begin your journey towards growth.
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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.