Family Therapy in Chesterfield County, VA

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.

Jennie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Jennie is passionate about providing a variety of therapeutic services to adolescents, adults, and couples. She focuses on empowering clients to learn about themselves and achieve their goals. Jennie is honest and will use tough love or be gentle based on your specific needs. She has been known to cuss and drops a few “F-bombs”. She creates a space to “sit” with feelings and experiences, help you process them, and support you in growing past those situations.

In our lives we can struggle as individuals and within our family systems, regardless of whether we are children, teens, or adults. I believe therapy is a way to take time to focus and challenge beliefs around the different stressors in each individual’s life.  Stress is a part of everyday life, there is no way to avoid it. I believe that with empathy and therapeutic support individuals can face these stressors head on and work to improve their quality of life, inner strength, and happiness. Therapy should be a safe space to explore and challenge uncomfortable thoughts and feelings through compassion and empathy.

Do you speak your child's language? In today's world, chances are the answer is no. My name is Shantel, Resident in Counseling at Centering Elements. I specialize in families. I enjoy using my professional experience and person-centered approach to assist parents with cultivating healthy relationships with their children. I have experience with Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, Substance use, Bipolar I and II, as well as changes in family dynamics. I have assisted children and their parents with learning to communicate effectively, establishing boundaries, and navigating conflicts.

Linda Noronha is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor with over 7 years of experience who empathetically navigates the complexities of life, meeting individuals where they are and guiding them through the highs and lows with a focus on flexibility, adaptability, and developing personalized treatment plans. She brings a wealth of professional expertise to her practice, specializing in assisting clients dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder, couples, family issues, and various life stages.

I have 20 years of experience working with children and adolescents in multiple domains. Some domains would include schools, homes, summer camps, after school programs, childcares, churches, and group homes. My passion is working with children and their families to reconnect and build healthy interpersonal relationships. Although my passion is working with children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with single adults, as well as couples. My motto is “It takes a village” and working together as a team to achieve reasonable and practical goals will build a healthier and stronger you/family.

Asking for help can be hard and I am here to help guide your path towards healing. No matter where you are at in your journey towards healing we will find the best approach for you. Let's get started tackling anxiety, panic and life stressors. We can also work on depressive disorders, trauma and grief. If you are having major life transition and need help navigating through change than schedule with me. Together we can work on your coping skills, thinking patterns, communication skills, and your relationships/ family needs. I am an LGBTQI affirming therapist and advocate and love working with member of the community.

Virginia Support Services is a State Licensed Mental Health Skill-Building Service program that provides behavioral and mental health training and support services to individuals with mental, behavioral, or emotional impairments in major life activities by supporting an individual's level of functioning and promoting his/her autonomy. We service individuals age 16 and up with a mental health diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder-recurrent, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia or other psychotic disorder, a history of higher level of psychiatric care such as hospitalization, residential treatment or ICT/PACT, prescribed Rx therapy.

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.

One of the most useful tools that a therapist has is the relationship that is built between the client and clinician. I believe that therapy can mirror the process of building new friendships, there will be people that you connect with and I hope I will be one of them. I have experience working with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Family therapy, survivors of violence, and more. My goal is to work together to identify a treatment that feels obtainable for you while encouraging strength and growth. I am also able to offer services in Spanish and understand the complexities of growing up in two different cultures.

My professional experience includes the provision of clinical services in both residential (milieu) therapy and outpatient practice clinical specialties include Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Schizoaffective Disorder, PTSD, Attachment, Anger Management and Grief and loss, etc. I have expertise in trauma recovery, specifically healing from childhood physical, emotional and sexual abuse. I accept and work with patients of all age ranges and work with clients who are over the age of 65.

My experience includes working with couples, families, and individuals on relationship issues, family conflict, depression, anxiety, abuse, addiction, and women’s issues. We will work together to identify and work on issues you bring to our sessions. My approach to counseling operates from a strength base approach to help you identify your strengths within yourself and develop self-awareness that will aid you to meet your goals through your active involvement as well as efforts to change your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Sometimes change will be easy and swift, but often it will be slow and deliberate.

I believe in guiding and encouraging people to become their true selves. Healing and growth that promotes a healthy and productive lifestyle is crucial. I have over 30 years of experience as a therapist. I earned my Bachelor of Arts from East Carolina University in Psychology and my Master of Science degree at Virginia Commonwealth University. Licensed in the State of Virginia, I have a work history in several outpatient, inpatient, and residential treatment settings.

Natalie Cowan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who enjoys working with adults, adolescents, couples and families. Whether she is working with you individually, or together as a couple or family, Natalie has a real passion for helping others regain their self-esteem, confidence and inner joy. She specializes in helping individuals with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, adjusting to new and difficult situations, personality issues, trauma, mood disorders and relationship issues. Working with Natalie often includes assessing your unique strengths and abilities, as well as helping you develop new skills to grow and flourish.

Christine Myers is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from East Carolina University. Christine also possesses training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy that concentrates on identifying, addressing, and healing from childhood trauma.

Are you an adult woman who feels overwhelmed, unfulfilled in your relationships, depressed, or anxious and is ready to change? Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed and could use clarity and guidance to calm the chaos in your life? Maybe your relationships are falling apart, and you don't know what to do. I'm Kimberly Best Johnson, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ordained minister, and certified Health Coach. With extensive education and clinical experience in Christian Counseling, I specialize in providing hope and support to adult women like you seeking to improve their lives.

In my practice, I work with clients to explore past experiences and how they might be influencing current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors — nurturing insight and awareness to elicit growth and desired change. I view therapy as a collaborative process that can assist in identifying and working through challenges so that life can be lived with greater balance and self-compassion. I strive to create a safe space for individuals to freely express their authentic selves, while working together to set and progress toward therapeutic goals.

Hi, I’m Kelly. I currently have a few openings in my schedule! I own a teletherapy practice and see clients in VA, NC, AZ, and UT. I help adults and teens who want to work through relationship issues, perfectionism, life transitions, and grief/loss. Other common presenting problems include anxiety, depression, academic/professional stress, faith crises, gender/sexual identity issues, and a desire to improve athletic performance by improving your mental game. Many of my adult clients generally function well on their own but need help working through a specific issue such as how to set boundaries with a parent.

I am a compassionate listener who believes in helping my clients achieve their goals in therapy. Whether it is daily life stressors or traumatic circumstances that seem to keep holding you down, I am all about building resiliency so that no matter what comes your way, you have a toolbox of skills and techniques to address your challenges. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia with over 17 years of professional experience related to individuals and families. I earned my Master’s Degree in Agency Counseling from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2009.