Family Therapy in Ladysmith, VA
Life Way Services are the "go-the-extra-mile" team that will walk with you and encourage you the entire way to wholeness. Our mission is to provide youth and adults with compassionate mental and emotional health services that will aid clients in their transition towards wholeness through preventative, interventions, and educational practices.
Life Way Services are the "go-the-extra-mile" team that will walk with you and encourage you the entire way to wholeness. Our mission is to provide youth and adults with compassionate mental and emotional health services that will aid clients in their transition towards wholeness through preventative, interventions, and educational practices.
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The Safe Space Therapeutic Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ruther Glen, VA 22546 (Online Only)
The Safe Space Therapeutic Services is a private practice that specialize in providing individual therapy, teen counseling, and family support services. She’la White is the founder and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience working with children and families through assessment and intervention programs. Shela’s goal is to help you achieve a full, vital, and meaningful life. As challenges occur, life becomes stressful and it can be difficult to feel balanced and in control. She believes in empowering individuals and families by using evidence-based treatments.
The Safe Space Therapeutic Services is a private practice that specialize in providing individual therapy, teen counseling, and family support services. She’la White is the founder and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience working with children and families through assessment and intervention programs. Shela’s goal is to help you achieve a full, vital, and meaningful life. As challenges occur, life becomes stressful and it can be difficult to feel balanced and in control. She believes in empowering individuals and families by using evidence-based treatments.
Cardinal Family Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCHMC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
This philosophy is followed at Cardinal Family Counseling.
Cardinal Family Counseling is a team of experienced Licensed Counselors and Residents in Counseling providing therapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We help clients address anxiety, depression, relationship/marital difficulties, grief & loss difficulties, parental separation/divorce, trauma/PTSD, social phobias, peer relationship and social skills difficulties, and behavioral Issues. We use a variety of techniques to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy techniques to guide clients through their difficulties.
This philosophy is followed at Cardinal Family Counseling.
Cardinal Family Counseling is a team of experienced Licensed Counselors and Residents in Counseling providing therapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We help clients address anxiety, depression, relationship/marital difficulties, grief & loss difficulties, parental separation/divorce, trauma/PTSD, social phobias, peer relationship and social skills difficulties, and behavioral Issues. We use a variety of techniques to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy techniques to guide clients through their difficulties.
Michelle Patton Swisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546 (Online Only)
Life can take many turns along the way. I am here to help navigate the way and assist with techniques for personal and professional growth. Depression, anxiety, work and family relationships and dynamics of everyday life are areas that can hinder our authentic self. I will help you explore ways for positive growth in all areas of your life. Do not let roadblocks of self doubt, mental health drain, and relationship woes keep that from you. Call me today for a consultation to discuss ways to get you to the other side.
Life can take many turns along the way. I am here to help navigate the way and assist with techniques for personal and professional growth. Depression, anxiety, work and family relationships and dynamics of everyday life are areas that can hinder our authentic self. I will help you explore ways for positive growth in all areas of your life. Do not let roadblocks of self doubt, mental health drain, and relationship woes keep that from you. Call me today for a consultation to discuss ways to get you to the other side.
Your Path Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
We utilize various modalities and techniques in order to provide the best support for our clients including expressive therapies, EMDR, CBT, somatic therapies and family therapy to name a few.
We work with children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with various challenges including depression, anxiety, grief, self-confidence, trauma and addictions in a variety of settings.
We utilize various modalities and techniques in order to provide the best support for our clients including expressive therapies, EMDR, CBT, somatic therapies and family therapy to name a few.
We work with children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with various challenges including depression, anxiety, grief, self-confidence, trauma and addictions in a variety of settings.
Alexandra Chamberlain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
Hi, I’m Alexandra (she/her/hers) and I go by Alex. I am a supervisee in social work and I completed my masters of social work at Virginia Commonwealth University. I work with individuals ages 18 and up and my areas of practice include women’s health (including maternal mental health), anxiety disorders, depression, chronic health-related stress, grief, trauma, substance use disorders and life transitions. I enjoy helping clients explore connections between their family of origin (the family you grew up in) and their current relationships.
Hi, I’m Alexandra (she/her/hers) and I go by Alex. I am a supervisee in social work and I completed my masters of social work at Virginia Commonwealth University. I work with individuals ages 18 and up and my areas of practice include women’s health (including maternal mental health), anxiety disorders, depression, chronic health-related stress, grief, trauma, substance use disorders and life transitions. I enjoy helping clients explore connections between their family of origin (the family you grew up in) and their current relationships.
Hello! My name is Erin Janovec. I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. My approach to therapy is a humanistic and integrated approach that considers each individual's unique needs. I am certified in EMDR and trained in TF-CBT. I have worked with clients ranging from young to old with varying diagnoses. I have experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
Hello! My name is Erin Janovec. I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. My approach to therapy is a humanistic and integrated approach that considers each individual's unique needs. I am certified in EMDR and trained in TF-CBT. I have worked with clients ranging from young to old with varying diagnoses. I have experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
I am an LPC (licensed professional counselor) in Virginia. Educated and trained at Wake Forest University, I am a community based mental health / mental wellness professional. My work targets issues including substance addiction, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, and challenging life transitions. I have expertise in working with clients of all ages with most of my client being families and adults (ages 18 and up). Provided online, I use Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), coupled with Logo Therapy that is tailored specifically to each client's needs. I recognize that clients are the experts of their own experience.
I am an LPC (licensed professional counselor) in Virginia. Educated and trained at Wake Forest University, I am a community based mental health / mental wellness professional. My work targets issues including substance addiction, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, and challenging life transitions. I have expertise in working with clients of all ages with most of my client being families and adults (ages 18 and up). Provided online, I use Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), coupled with Logo Therapy that is tailored specifically to each client's needs. I recognize that clients are the experts of their own experience.
Virginia Nielsen
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Ruther Glen, VA 22546 (Online Only)
I have been working in the mental health field since 2010. I began working with many clients with developmental disorders and Autism; teaching life skills, and behavioral management. In 2012, I started working with children and families within a home and community setting. Teaching behavioral techniques/plans, coping skills, parenting techniques/skills, and assisted with 504 plans with school districts. I finished my master’s in clinical, mental health counseling degree in 2016, and began working with adults, running groups, and completing intakes.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2010. I began working with many clients with developmental disorders and Autism; teaching life skills, and behavioral management. In 2012, I started working with children and families within a home and community setting. Teaching behavioral techniques/plans, coping skills, parenting techniques/skills, and assisted with 504 plans with school districts. I finished my master’s in clinical, mental health counseling degree in 2016, and began working with adults, running groups, and completing intakes.
Vivian McCorey
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Ruther Glen, VA 22546 (Online Only)
As your clinician, my goal is to meet you where you are and to assist you with fastening the tools that you need to reach your personal and professional goals. We will work collaboratively to determine your treatment objectives and to make real-time adjustments to your campaign. During your initial visit, we will explore your intentions and identify your goals for therapy. My practice style is to use an integrative approach to assist my clients in understanding that they are the greatest agent for change, progress, and growth. YOU are the answer and the solution to your inquests.
As your clinician, my goal is to meet you where you are and to assist you with fastening the tools that you need to reach your personal and professional goals. We will work collaboratively to determine your treatment objectives and to make real-time adjustments to your campaign. During your initial visit, we will explore your intentions and identify your goals for therapy. My practice style is to use an integrative approach to assist my clients in understanding that they are the greatest agent for change, progress, and growth. YOU are the answer and the solution to your inquests.
Counseling Services of Virginia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, OT, CALT
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, VA 22427
Have your negative thoughts taken over? Have you been feeling sad or stressed while trying to keep it all together? Struggling with motivation? Are your relationships distant or full of conflict? Have you been feeling disconnected from those around you? Wanting to talk with someone but not knowing with whom, or how? Asking for help can be hard! Seeking therapy requires a great deal of strength and commitment and you have taken a great first step. We are going to guide you the rest of the way.
Have your negative thoughts taken over? Have you been feeling sad or stressed while trying to keep it all together? Struggling with motivation? Are your relationships distant or full of conflict? Have you been feeling disconnected from those around you? Wanting to talk with someone but not knowing with whom, or how? Asking for help can be hard! Seeking therapy requires a great deal of strength and commitment and you have taken a great first step. We are going to guide you the rest of the way.
Elena M. Morales
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546 (Online Only)
My name is Elena and I'm currently working toward licensure as an LPC under the supervision of Dr. Catherine Smith EdD, LPC-S at Intuitive Counseling & Hypnotherapy Services, LLC. I'm here to support you on your personal journey whether you are coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, or are in need of support.
My name is Elena and I'm currently working toward licensure as an LPC under the supervision of Dr. Catherine Smith EdD, LPC-S at Intuitive Counseling & Hypnotherapy Services, LLC. I'm here to support you on your personal journey whether you are coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, or are in need of support.
Melissa Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546 (Online Only)
Have you wished you could talk to someone who is nonjudgmental and empathetic? I look forward to being 'that someone" for you. Have you wished you could seek therapy but were unable to do so due to the commute, lack of time, feeling uncomfortable, needing a babysitter or other ailments? I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide telehealth therapy ensuring accessibility and comfort and safety from your home. Request an appointment today. Together, we can persevere.
Have you wished you could talk to someone who is nonjudgmental and empathetic? I look forward to being 'that someone" for you. Have you wished you could seek therapy but were unable to do so due to the commute, lack of time, feeling uncomfortable, needing a babysitter or other ailments? I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide telehealth therapy ensuring accessibility and comfort and safety from your home. Request an appointment today. Together, we can persevere.
Sharlene Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
I provide therapy, insight, and support to children and their parents, teens, adults, couples, and families. I use a variety of techniques based in sound theory to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to guide clients through their challenges. In sessions clients address anxiety, depression, relationship/marital difficulties, grief & loss difficulties, parental separation/divorce, trauma/PTSD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, social phobias, peer relationship and social skills difficulties, ADHD, and other behavioral Issues.
I provide therapy, insight, and support to children and their parents, teens, adults, couples, and families. I use a variety of techniques based in sound theory to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to guide clients through their challenges. In sessions clients address anxiety, depression, relationship/marital difficulties, grief & loss difficulties, parental separation/divorce, trauma/PTSD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, social phobias, peer relationship and social skills difficulties, ADHD, and other behavioral Issues.
Our clients require training and education on ways to improving coping mechanisms when living with a mental health illness/diagnosis. We train, monitor, and educate clients on skills development for living independently. We teach clients about their psychotropic medication and ensure medication management. We connect and educate clients to and about community resources. We also demonstrate, train, and model self-advocacy skills to our clients. Our clients may have treatment history that includes substance abuse or doctor's recommendation.
Our clients require training and education on ways to improving coping mechanisms when living with a mental health illness/diagnosis. We train, monitor, and educate clients on skills development for living independently. We teach clients about their psychotropic medication and ensure medication management. We connect and educate clients to and about community resources. We also demonstrate, train, and model self-advocacy skills to our clients. Our clients may have treatment history that includes substance abuse or doctor's recommendation.
Tabitha Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, VA 22427 (Online Only)
At Roots to Petals Wellness, I work with individuals who are healing from challenges related to trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual disorders, and LGBTQ-related concerns. I also focus on the first responder population, corrections personnel, and returning citizens who experience unique stresses. Additionally, I concentrate on people of color and minority populations who may feel unseen in mainstream mental health services.
At Roots to Petals Wellness, I work with individuals who are healing from challenges related to trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual disorders, and LGBTQ-related concerns. I also focus on the first responder population, corrections personnel, and returning citizens who experience unique stresses. Additionally, I concentrate on people of color and minority populations who may feel unseen in mainstream mental health services.
Jonathan Maurer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Ruther Glen, VA 22546 (Online Only)
My name is Jonathan Maurer. I have been working in a psychiatric hospital with suicidal, psychotic, homicidal, and aggressive kids and their parents for the last 3 years. I enjoy learning about the experience of the human story. My goal is to create a safe space and be present with you as you share your story with me. I will listen, reflectively paraphrase, and ask calibrated questions with the aim to get you closer to where you want to be. Be ready to come in to do serious work.
My name is Jonathan Maurer. I have been working in a psychiatric hospital with suicidal, psychotic, homicidal, and aggressive kids and their parents for the last 3 years. I enjoy learning about the experience of the human story. My goal is to create a safe space and be present with you as you share your story with me. I will listen, reflectively paraphrase, and ask calibrated questions with the aim to get you closer to where you want to be. Be ready to come in to do serious work.
Brian S Vaughan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT, CSOTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
Are you struggling with problematic sexual behaviors? Do you think you are addicted to porn? Has your spouse betrayed trust by crossing emotional boundaries with someone else? There is hope. It is possible to recover from compulsive or addictive behaviors and to have relationships restored. Many who have been negatively impacted by sexual compulsivity share feelings of anger, hurt, shame, and helplessness. I've successfully helped individuals, couples, and families heal from sex and porn addiction by providing a safe, confidential setting to help learn tools to grow beyond the grip of destructive choices back to healthy sexuality.
Are you struggling with problematic sexual behaviors? Do you think you are addicted to porn? Has your spouse betrayed trust by crossing emotional boundaries with someone else? There is hope. It is possible to recover from compulsive or addictive behaviors and to have relationships restored. Many who have been negatively impacted by sexual compulsivity share feelings of anger, hurt, shame, and helplessness. I've successfully helped individuals, couples, and families heal from sex and porn addiction by providing a safe, confidential setting to help learn tools to grow beyond the grip of destructive choices back to healthy sexuality.
Sherry Bowman McClanahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Beaverdam, VA 23015 (Online Only)
I believe that each one of us has unique life circumstances and that the counseling process should meet your specific needs. My style is welcoming, straightforward and compassionate. My focus is on identifying your strengths and helping you to recognize your potential. I employ a client-centered approach in a collaborative effort with you to foster hope and the positive change that you desire. I utilize an eclectic evidence based modality tailored to your individual needs. I work with individual adults. Weekend appts available. I can schedule you within a week. Telehealth appointments.
I believe that each one of us has unique life circumstances and that the counseling process should meet your specific needs. My style is welcoming, straightforward and compassionate. My focus is on identifying your strengths and helping you to recognize your potential. I employ a client-centered approach in a collaborative effort with you to foster hope and the positive change that you desire. I utilize an eclectic evidence based modality tailored to your individual needs. I work with individual adults. Weekend appts available. I can schedule you within a week. Telehealth appointments.
Hozho Behavioral Health & Life Coaching Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSS, MLSP
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, VA 22427
Not accepting new clients
My target market are Men and Women, ages 14-99, Military and Civilian. I enjoy working with African-American and Latino American women. As an LCSW with over 20 years experience, I have a plethora of experience counseling clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, self-esteem, relational conflict, etc. I use words life "Different" not "Disorder" when speaking to my clients. Different is not disorder. Emotional pain is not disorder. These are aspects of being human. I describe human experience in all its variety by trying to help those who are suffering and helping them work through their pain without stigma.
My target market are Men and Women, ages 14-99, Military and Civilian. I enjoy working with African-American and Latino American women. As an LCSW with over 20 years experience, I have a plethora of experience counseling clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, self-esteem, relational conflict, etc. I use words life "Different" not "Disorder" when speaking to my clients. Different is not disorder. Emotional pain is not disorder. These are aspects of being human. I describe human experience in all its variety by trying to help those who are suffering and helping them work through their pain without stigma.
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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.