Therapists in Nottoway County, VA

I empower others to live the life they imagine. I am passionate about working alongside those on a journey towards healing, whether from internal struggle, grief, or significant trauma leading to low mood or anxiety. I am qualified in the judicial system as an expert in family and trauma therapy. I am a certified EMDR therapist and consultant -started in 2010. My focus is to strengthen your core sense of self to disrupt negative internal dialogue, memories and somatic responses that lead to distress. In family work, I focus on secure attachment patterns, and increasing attunment and co-regulation between a child and caregiver(s).

Hello! If you are reading this, you are already taking the first step towards bettering yourself or your family. Therapy can be intimidating, but I like to look at it more as a journey towards wholeness and healing. I work with adults, teens, and children that may be struggling due to stress, life changes, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or major challenges. Therapy can help you or your child learn ways to cope, how to navigate hard times, gain insight, and work towards growth. It is also a chance to just be heard. At Thrive Counseling and Wellness, I also offer meditation/mindfulness classes to help you implement relaxation.

As a collaborative therapist, my focus is on meeting the client where they are and helping them identify goals in treatment that will allow them to achieve optimum functioning in their lives. I have had experience in a variety of treatment settings which allows me to work with clients presenting with an array of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, life transitions, existential crisis, exploring spirituality, grief and loss, low self-image, and health concerns. I also enjoy working with individuals looking to find meaning and a sense of connection in their lives.

My goal as a therapist is to be a bridge from hopeless to healing. I know during difficult times it may seem impossible to find your way but by working together we can figure out a plan unique to you and your struggle. If you are feeling stuck, afraid, or finding it hard to be in relationship with loved ones or family members, I can create a safe place for you to get the tools you need to feel in control and like the expert of your own life again.

Lighthouse provides an array of mental health services that are tailored to each individual's needs. Whether you are looking for support and guidance through a difficult time or looking for intensive treatment for severe and persistent mental illness, Lighthouse is here for you. Our philosophy is based on the principals of integrity, honesty, sincerity and knowledge. Our programs are designed to empower individuals with emotional, behavioral and social needs so that they can find happiness and fulfillment. We advocate for all individuals that we serve while teaching them the skills to advocate for themselves.

Sometimes our mental health is healthy and works for us, and sometimes, our mental health needs support to achieve our goals. I have openings to provide a safe place for children and families while you are going through stress; from managing family conflict, to coping with ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, anxiety, chronic and life threatening illnesses, divorce, foster care, and other difficult situations. As your therapist, I believe that my role is to provide thorough assessment and treatment to support you and/or your child, individually and as a family.

I enjoy providing comprehensive assessment services designed to discover strengths, clarify the problem, identify supports and strategies, and connect people with resources. Psychological and multi-disciplinary testing is available for concerns about attention, behavior, relationships, social skills, mood, problem solving, cognitive functioning, learning, executive functioning, memory, independent living skills, and mental health. Reports and recommendations can be tailored for medical diagnosis, mental health intervention, educational planning, and/ or vocational planning. Testing services are offered for all ages.

At Bright Horizons, we know all people face obstacles they don’t know how to overcome on their own which are stopping them from living their best life. When people don’t have the tools to overcome the obstacles they face, their lives often become hopeless and they give up. Bright Horizons provides a supportive space where people learn to overcome these obstacles, so they’re empowered to live their best life now.

With over 12 years of experience in the social work field, my journey has been shaped by a deep passion for helping individuals across all ages and backgrounds, including a special calling to support geriatrics and the aging population.My approach to therapy combines the power of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. These frameworks allow me to help clients navigate their challenges by addressing thought patterns, finding effective solutions, and fostering positive change.

You are the expert of your own life! Do you want to better your life and feel empowered? My goal as a therapist and supervisor is to empower you to help yourself. One of the most freeing feelings is to gain more control of our reactions and to better respond to where life leads us. I am here to help be the bridge and help you feel both more confident and competent in your own daily functioning. My specialties lie in intensive trauma work (EMDR and TF-CBT) as well as I have interests in treatment of anxiety and depression, integrative mental health, and trauma in relationships.

There are times when life throws curve balls, leaving you unable to cope. You may feel depressed, anxious, alone, or unsure how to function in relationships, work environemnt, and the world around you. Perhaps, you are at a place in life where you just need additional support, outside of family and friends. Regardless of the reason, congratulations on taking the first step towards your new journey. Together, we can process the stressors and identify healthy coping skills to manage emotions and navigate through life challenges.

A & R Behavioral Health's primary mission is to provide a nonjudgmental open environment, with a deep and unique understanding of struggle and an attentive listening ear that can help our clients to be motivated to positive changes which will inspire them to find and live life within their purpose. We specialize in a variety of counseling services to include but not limited to couples, individual, and group counseling, grief, marriage, anxiety, depression, family, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral and PTSD trauma therapy. All our therapists are skillful, knowledgeable, transparent, and compassionate.

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.

I believe in a collaborative, strength-based approach. Outpatient therapy is a service that supports healing, utilizing the internal strengths each client holds. I believe in client centered care and want to meet the needs of why you are seeking counseling services. It is my belief that you are the expert of your own life. It is my job to provide support as you work towards goals to led you to your most authentic healthy life.

I offer a safe setting to gain an understanding and solutions related to the issues and goals in one's life. I help my patients in understanding how roles in current relationships can be related to roles in one's family of origin.

I have provided faith-integrated marriage and family therapy to individuals, couples, and families for nearly 30 years, but my current clinical focus is treating the impact of trauma using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). You may be in a place of pain or emotional reactivity because of deep childhood injuries, exposure to combat, or the impact of secondary trauma from your work as a medical provider, a first responder, a pastor, or a missionary. I would be honored to hear your story and help you process through your experiences to a place of peacefulness and renewed hope.

As a parent, are you having a difficult time managing your child or adolescent's behavior? Has your child's behavior become increasingly more difficult, so that you find that your family is struggling to support each other? Are you at your wits end and find that you have no idea how to move forward? Maybe, your child has experienced a bad situation and needs additional support and coping skills to get through it?

Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia with over a decade of experience with adults and children who are seeking assistance managing: depression, anxiety, life changes, family/relationship issues, autism, urges to self-harm, suicidality, trauma, life dissatisfaction, and adoption/foster care. Therapy isn't meant to be long-term; rather, it is focused on helping you to feel better and function better sooner rather than later. I want to come alongside you and be on your team in order to empower you to reach your goals and to live the best life you can.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and a certified substance abuse counselor (CSAC). I earned an MA in Social Work, MA in Correctional Counseling and a Ph.D. in Urban Services/Counseling. I provide therapy in a number of areas: serious mentally ill, marriage & family, drug/alcohol, adult Attention Deficit Disorder & family therapy. I also work with the LGBTQIA community.