Therapists in York County, VA
Balance Life Coaching
Counselor, MS, CFI, PC, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Yorktown, VA 23692
Conflict is inevitable.... we have all battled and faced success and loss with loved ones, friends, family, school, employers, opposing teams and life! Life is all about challenge management, personal approach and flexibility. In a supportive & understanding environment we will unravel your stories and talk about your experiences. I support making tough decisions and taking personal ownership. While not easy, I advocate for taking brave steps toward positive growth and self-empowerment. The goal of peer-mentored life coaching is self-development and actualization through peer-support; freeing you from conflict and guilt.
Conflict is inevitable.... we have all battled and faced success and loss with loved ones, friends, family, school, employers, opposing teams and life! Life is all about challenge management, personal approach and flexibility. In a supportive & understanding environment we will unravel your stories and talk about your experiences. I support making tough decisions and taking personal ownership. While not easy, I advocate for taking brave steps toward positive growth and self-empowerment. The goal of peer-mentored life coaching is self-development and actualization through peer-support; freeing you from conflict and guilt.
Ellen Barnes Velissarios
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CSAC, ADC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Yorktown, VA 23693 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. PLEASE CONTACT US TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST* I have been practicing counseling for over 15 years in acute, inpatient, outpatient, group home, not-for-profit, school, in-home, private, and residential facilities. My counseling theories most often practiced include solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, family systems, and client-centered. However, techniques used are drawn from different counseling perspectives in order to meet the clients' individual needs and strengths. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. PLEASE CONTACT US TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST* I have been practicing counseling for over 15 years in acute, inpatient, outpatient, group home, not-for-profit, school, in-home, private, and residential facilities. My counseling theories most often practiced include solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, family systems, and client-centered. However, techniques used are drawn from different counseling perspectives in order to meet the clients' individual needs and strengths. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Anchor Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorktown, VA 23692
Ahoy, welcome to Anchor Counseling and Consulting where we have mobilized counseling outside of the four walls of an office. Teletherapy and traditional in-person office visits are also available.
Ahoy, welcome to Anchor Counseling and Consulting where we have mobilized counseling outside of the four walls of an office. Teletherapy and traditional in-person office visits are also available.
Dr. Jill Nardin - Free Spirit Counseling And Collaborative
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CCMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Yorktown, VA 23693
Waitlist for new clients
If you are seeking to work through issues that are hindering your life balance, counseling is a great tool. I consider it an honor and a privilege to be part of this growth process in one's life. Everyone is an individual, so I don't use a "cookie cutter" approach with my clients. I learn who you are through building a relationship with you and then I determine the best approach to help you. My clients regularly tell me how much they appreciate how I listen and work through their challenges with them, and they tell their friends about me. The best compliment I receive is getting their referrals.
If you are seeking to work through issues that are hindering your life balance, counseling is a great tool. I consider it an honor and a privilege to be part of this growth process in one's life. Everyone is an individual, so I don't use a "cookie cutter" approach with my clients. I learn who you are through building a relationship with you and then I determine the best approach to help you. My clients regularly tell me how much they appreciate how I listen and work through their challenges with them, and they tell their friends about me. The best compliment I receive is getting their referrals.
Painted Bird Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMCC
Verified Verified
Yorktown, VA 23690 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with something and do not know where to turn? Are current issues with career, relationships, finances keeping you stuck? Perhaps, it’s buried deeper in your past and you need the positive space to process and ultimately heal. Whatever you are having difficulty moving through, we are committed to providing you with the nonjudgmental, empathetic and caring therapeutic intervention that you seek. Highly trained in complex trauma, depression and anxiety disorders. we utilize a humanistic and whole person approach which utilizes a tailored treatment plan dependent on your individual needs. Call for free consultation.
Are you struggling with something and do not know where to turn? Are current issues with career, relationships, finances keeping you stuck? Perhaps, it’s buried deeper in your past and you need the positive space to process and ultimately heal. Whatever you are having difficulty moving through, we are committed to providing you with the nonjudgmental, empathetic and caring therapeutic intervention that you seek. Highly trained in complex trauma, depression and anxiety disorders. we utilize a humanistic and whole person approach which utilizes a tailored treatment plan dependent on your individual needs. Call for free consultation.
Online Therapists
TR Consultants, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Suffolk, VA 23434 (Online Only)
I aspire to work with someone motivated and committed to personal growth and positive change. This individual, couple, or family may be facing challenges related to stress, anxiety, or life transitions, and is seeking therapeutic support to enhance their overall well-being. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and process their emotions, thoughts, and experiences. The ideal client would have a goal-oriented approach, expressing a desire to develop coping strategies, improve interpersonal relationships, and foster resilience in life's challenges.
I aspire to work with someone motivated and committed to personal growth and positive change. This individual, couple, or family may be facing challenges related to stress, anxiety, or life transitions, and is seeking therapeutic support to enhance their overall well-being. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and process their emotions, thoughts, and experiences. The ideal client would have a goal-oriented approach, expressing a desire to develop coping strategies, improve interpersonal relationships, and foster resilience in life's challenges.
Matthew T Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185 (Online Only)
I practice CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy), TF-CBT (trauma-focused CBT), ABA (applied behavioral analysis), solution-focused therapy, and structural and strategic family therapy. I love learning about neurobiology and the effects that stress has on the brain. Interpersonally, a client coming into session with me can expect to encounter a warm, compassionate, and encouraging soul who has a dry sense of humor and tends to address problems in a straightforward manner.
I practice CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy), TF-CBT (trauma-focused CBT), ABA (applied behavioral analysis), solution-focused therapy, and structural and strategic family therapy. I love learning about neurobiology and the effects that stress has on the brain. Interpersonally, a client coming into session with me can expect to encounter a warm, compassionate, and encouraging soul who has a dry sense of humor and tends to address problems in a straightforward manner.
Christin Guretsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
I work with individuals ages 11 and up with mood disorders, daily life struggles, trauma, poor self-esteem, ineffective coping skills, autism spectrum, women’s issues, communication skills, family conflict, relationship issues, building healthier boundaries, and work related stressors.
Seeking therapeutic support can be challenging, scary, and overwhelming due to fears of being judged, uncertainty of the direction to take, and who to reach out to. My goal is to create an inviting environment where you can begin the process of addressing your goals and personal struggles. I believe we all face a time where we need extra support outside of our friends and families. Where we can focus on our own personal growth and empowerment by exploring thoughts, feelings, and life experiences to increase effective coping skills, problem solving skills, and new perspectives.
I work with individuals ages 11 and up with mood disorders, daily life struggles, trauma, poor self-esteem, ineffective coping skills, autism spectrum, women’s issues, communication skills, family conflict, relationship issues, building healthier boundaries, and work related stressors.
Seeking therapeutic support can be challenging, scary, and overwhelming due to fears of being judged, uncertainty of the direction to take, and who to reach out to. My goal is to create an inviting environment where you can begin the process of addressing your goals and personal struggles. I believe we all face a time where we need extra support outside of our friends and families. Where we can focus on our own personal growth and empowerment by exploring thoughts, feelings, and life experiences to increase effective coping skills, problem solving skills, and new perspectives.
Kimberly Gary
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
My name is Kimberly "Kim" Gay and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. I have over 24 years of clinical experience working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, and work stress symptoms. I utilize a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral, Family Therapy, Interpersonal, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, and Solution Focused Brief Therapies. I believe people come to counseling because they want something different in their lives. They may want to change their life situation, solve a particular problem, decide, or understand what is happening in their liv
My name is Kimberly "Kim" Gay and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. I have over 24 years of clinical experience working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, and work stress symptoms. I utilize a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral, Family Therapy, Interpersonal, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, and Solution Focused Brief Therapies. I believe people come to counseling because they want something different in their lives. They may want to change their life situation, solve a particular problem, decide, or understand what is happening in their liv
Rebecca Frazier-Henderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23235
I have extensive experience providing children, adolescents, family, and marriage therapy services.
In my 20 years of practice, one statement has guided the core of my therapeutic relationships: "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them" (Maya Angelou). As a direct, supportive, practical therapist, I seek to help you shift from "just surviving" to "actively thriving" in your life. Use of sound, evidenced-based theory coupled with unconditional positive regard helps you to achieve balance in your life, becoming empowered to be the writer in your life story. You have value no matter what obstacles you may have faced.
I have extensive experience providing children, adolescents, family, and marriage therapy services.
In my 20 years of practice, one statement has guided the core of my therapeutic relationships: "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them" (Maya Angelou). As a direct, supportive, practical therapist, I seek to help you shift from "just surviving" to "actively thriving" in your life. Use of sound, evidenced-based theory coupled with unconditional positive regard helps you to achieve balance in your life, becoming empowered to be the writer in your life story. You have value no matter what obstacles you may have faced.
Tenesha S. Nicholson
Resident in Counseling, MA, LPC-R, CSAC-E
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (Online Only)
My goal is for you to be free of emotional pain, able to deal with life on life’s terms, and to find purpose in your work, family, friends and spirituality.
“I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story.” I took that step to share my experiences and I conquered my greatest fears. Being able to trust is a big step, but accomplishing fears and standing in success is a leap. How would you like to take that journey with me to rebuild, uplift, get over, move through, start over, and reach for your internal goals to be a better “YOU”? Take a chance to believe in yourself that things will get and be better. I'm open, reachable, optimistic, kindhearted and ready to help towards your journey of healing. Here’s where to start….
My goal is for you to be free of emotional pain, able to deal with life on life’s terms, and to find purpose in your work, family, friends and spirituality.
“I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story.” I took that step to share my experiences and I conquered my greatest fears. Being able to trust is a big step, but accomplishing fears and standing in success is a leap. How would you like to take that journey with me to rebuild, uplift, get over, move through, start over, and reach for your internal goals to be a better “YOU”? Take a chance to believe in yourself that things will get and be better. I'm open, reachable, optimistic, kindhearted and ready to help towards your journey of healing. Here’s where to start….
Donald Lewis Bohannon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Bohannon is also experienced in the provision of martial therapy, couples counseling, and family systems.
Dr. Bohannon is a Licensed Professional counselor with a heart to see individuals, couples, and families completely restored. Dr. Donald Bohannon strives to bring an effective blend of experience, expertise, clarity, concern and action to the counseling process in order to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness to individuals, marriages and families. Dr. Bohannon is experienced in counseling children, adolescents, and adults. Emphasis include mood disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, conduct disorder, attention deficit hyperactive disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and trauma.
Bohannon is also experienced in the provision of martial therapy, couples counseling, and family systems.
Dr. Bohannon is a Licensed Professional counselor with a heart to see individuals, couples, and families completely restored. Dr. Donald Bohannon strives to bring an effective blend of experience, expertise, clarity, concern and action to the counseling process in order to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness to individuals, marriages and families. Dr. Bohannon is experienced in counseling children, adolescents, and adults. Emphasis include mood disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, conduct disorder, attention deficit hyperactive disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and trauma.
Open Doors to Redefining
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Prince George, VA 23875 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Mitchell utilizes collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based, and solution focused approaches in therapy while maintaining creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual, family, and couple.
Dr. Mitchell is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, a Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of experience partnering with children, adolescents, adults, and families. With 10 years of experience, Dr. Mitchell’s expertise includes Trauma-related disorders and symptoms, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Career and Phase of life changes, Grief and Loss, Life Stressors, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse Disorders, and self-esteem-building skills.
Mitchell utilizes collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based, and solution focused approaches in therapy while maintaining creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual, family, and couple.
Dr. Mitchell is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, a Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of experience partnering with children, adolescents, adults, and families. With 10 years of experience, Dr. Mitchell’s expertise includes Trauma-related disorders and symptoms, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Career and Phase of life changes, Grief and Loss, Life Stressors, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse Disorders, and self-esteem-building skills.
Sarah-Kate Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chesapeake, VA 23321 (Online Only)
In sessions, she uses combination of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and supportive family therapy.
Sarah-Kate Hawkins is a highly motivated, creative and versatile Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 30 years of experience working successfully with teens, adults, families, and couples. She specializes in assisting those with anxiety, behavioral issues, attachment-based issues, low self-esteem, parenting difficulties, academic issues, chronic stress, sexuality-based concerns, family conflict, and much more. Sarah-Kate earned her Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University.
In sessions, she uses combination of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and supportive family therapy.
Sarah-Kate Hawkins is a highly motivated, creative and versatile Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 30 years of experience working successfully with teens, adults, families, and couples. She specializes in assisting those with anxiety, behavioral issues, attachment-based issues, low self-esteem, parenting difficulties, academic issues, chronic stress, sexuality-based concerns, family conflict, and much more. Sarah-Kate earned her Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University.
Lisa Olivia Gibbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Spotsylvania, VA 22553 (Online Only)
Addiction; Alcohol Use; Behavioral Issues; Coping Skills; Depression; Emotional Disturbance; Family Conflict; Sexual Abuse; Stress; Substance Use; Teen Violence; Trauma and PTSD; Women's Issues.
My personal mission is to provide, protect, and treat others with love and respect and to positively inspire their desire to believe in self. I put an emphasis of building a positive and trusting relationship with each client through providing a safe therapeutic environment in which the client is able to process their feelings and disappointments and ultimately rebuild that which is broken.
Addiction; Alcohol Use; Behavioral Issues; Coping Skills; Depression; Emotional Disturbance; Family Conflict; Sexual Abuse; Stress; Substance Use; Teen Violence; Trauma and PTSD; Women's Issues.
My personal mission is to provide, protect, and treat others with love and respect and to positively inspire their desire to believe in self. I put an emphasis of building a positive and trusting relationship with each client through providing a safe therapeutic environment in which the client is able to process their feelings and disappointments and ultimately rebuild that which is broken.
Phillip Riddick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norfolk, VA 23510
Let me first and foremost congratulate you on taking the first step to changing the direction of some things going on in your life. Seeking therapy is no easy process and finding the right therapist is an even harder one, so it should not be taken lightly. You taking this step is a huge one that will reap positive rewards for you and your family. I believe that each individual and family has the ability to overcome whatever obstacles they face, and will work to help you unlock that potential while increasing self-esteem, empowerment, and connectedness. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it!
Let me first and foremost congratulate you on taking the first step to changing the direction of some things going on in your life. Seeking therapy is no easy process and finding the right therapist is an even harder one, so it should not be taken lightly. You taking this step is a huge one that will reap positive rewards for you and your family. I believe that each individual and family has the ability to overcome whatever obstacles they face, and will work to help you unlock that potential while increasing self-esteem, empowerment, and connectedness. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it!
Evan Blatt
Resident in Counseling, MA, LMHP-E
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
I like to focus on skills training, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, substance use, and relationship/family conflict.
My name is Evan and I am a resident in clinical mental health counseling. My goal is to challenge and empower clients to help them grow and lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I see my clients as collaborators with whom we can bring together our own knowledge and experiences. I have been working in the mental health field since 2016 in child and adult inpatient, community outpatient and adult convalescent settings.
I like to focus on skills training, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, substance use, and relationship/family conflict.
My name is Evan and I am a resident in clinical mental health counseling. My goal is to challenge and empower clients to help them grow and lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I see my clients as collaborators with whom we can bring together our own knowledge and experiences. I have been working in the mental health field since 2016 in child and adult inpatient, community outpatient and adult convalescent settings.
Samantha Lynn Wooldridge Felton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS
Verified Verified
North Chesterfield, VA 23236
My approach is to ensure each individual, couple/family has a unique experience that works best for their current situation.
Therapy is a transformative process, It is a courageous act to enter therapy and it takes great personal strength to enter counseling. I work with my patients to foster a comfortable and safe environment, free from labels or judgments. I have experience working with families of and persons suffering from ptsd, adhd, borderline personality disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, body image disorders, and educational concerns. I am trauma informed,haveexperience working with military, first responders, law enforcement and their families.
My approach is to ensure each individual, couple/family has a unique experience that works best for their current situation.
Therapy is a transformative process, It is a courageous act to enter therapy and it takes great personal strength to enter counseling. I work with my patients to foster a comfortable and safe environment, free from labels or judgments. I have experience working with families of and persons suffering from ptsd, adhd, borderline personality disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, body image disorders, and educational concerns. I am trauma informed,haveexperience working with military, first responders, law enforcement and their families.
Jeneshia A Ferebee
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, QMHP AC, EdS
Verified Verified
Norfolk, VA 23510
I specialize in school and community engagement, Juvenile Justice & legal resources, Child Welfare, Family Systems, individual adjustment / life changing events, mindfulness, Solution Focused therapy, mood/personality disorders, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma Informed Care. In addition, I am trained in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s).
I specialize in school and community engagement, Juvenile Justice & legal resources, Child Welfare, Family Systems, individual adjustment / life changing events, mindfulness, Solution Focused therapy, mood/personality disorders, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma Informed Care. In addition, I am trained in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s).
Cheniqua Goode
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23701 (Online Only)
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.
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.
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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.