Family Therapy in Nottoway County, VA

We believe it takes small steps to work towards improving your quality of life. We specialize in working with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and families. We are an advocate for family counseling and often find this essential when completing goals towards a positive mental health. We believe counseling is short-term where your family relationships are forever. We offer traditional talk therapy services and animal assisted counseling services. Most of our participants enjoy integrating the horses into counseling sessions while others prefer the comfort of our office on site.

I'm amazed and moved by the process of healing and growth in this life, and it feels like an honor that I get to partner with others within their own processes. I offer a warm, genuine, and practical approach to therapy that centers your human needs and emotions alongside your unique identity and values. My work is grounded in deep personal curiosity, training and application of mindfulness, the Internal Family Systems model, and positive neuroplasticity. I've seen the power of bringing a supportive awareness to one's patterns and burdens and turning towards experiences of safety, satisfaction and connection that affirm you.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in adolescents and adults who face challenges with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, coping skills, stress, women’s issues, relationship issues, trauma, adjustment disorders, suicidal thoughts and family conflict. I earned my Master’s degree of education in counseling and human development from George Mason University. I am passionate about helping others navigate through challenges that may have an impact on their day-to-day life. I utilize an integrative approach built on evidence-based interventions.

As the demands of life are constantly changing and the feelings of uncertainty loom over your day to day activities, one may feel overwhelmed , stuck, anxious, irritated and annoyed to name a few. These feelings may make the simplest of task, seem so difficult. Please know, you are not alone. If you can relate to any of the sentiments above and ready to receive support, allow me the opportunity through various interventions to quiet the mind, so that you can connect to you.

April Dunkum Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has 27 years of experience in the mental health field. April sees children, adolescents, and adults for individual therapy and also provides family therapy. She works with clients who have experienced trauma and who struggle with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anger, family conflict, and issues related to adoption. April has a passion for helping people heal, seeing families grow together, and seeing relationships improve.

Seeking help is often the hardest part of the journey to a healthier way of living. I am here to help you through the next part. Everyone needs space to be seen fully and accepted unconditionally. It is the most humbling experience of my life to hold space for others through difficult moments.

We have current openings for family, couple, and individual (adult and child) therapy and for EMDR intensives. We are a collaborative practice of Licensed and Resident Marriage and Family Therapists. We come from a warm, direct approach aimed at helping our clients feel comfortable and safe while actively working to meet their goals. Our therapists work from a systemic, strength based approach to treat a variety of issues including mood struggles, relationship and conflict issues, anger management, behavioral issues, trauma, and parenting and family issues. We are licensed to treat clients in VA, DC, MD, NC, and NH.

Ife Milligan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Holistic Life Coach (CHLC) with over 10 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages with issues related to grief, loss, depression, ADHD, anxiety, oppositional defiance disorder (ODD), low self-esteem, family conflict, and more. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University and earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Morgan State University. She received her Holistic Life Coach certification from the University of Wellness.

I am a Resident in Counseling who specializes in helping clients of all ages to help clients handle past and current trauma, life-altering events, and daily struggles. Working together with the client to achieve their goals and find enjoyment in daily life. I like to help the client realize their potential and achieve a feeling of fulfillment in their lives.

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 am a licensed psychologist that provides specialized assessment and intervention services for children, adolescents, young adults and families. I aim to provide comprehensive assessment and intervention services for complex cognitive, emotional, behavioral, interpersonal and/or academic challenges. I provide a supportive, warm and collaborative environment in which clients and their families are able to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, navigate various challenges and make positive changes. I have diverse experience working in clinical, medical and educational settings.

Is your relationship with your child struggling due to behaviors? Are you in need of proven ways to handle disruptions and defiance? You may be seeking help because your child's behavior is contributing to distress for the whole family, or even in school. Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is one of the most effective treatments known for children ages 2-7 and aims to teach YOU, the caregiver, many of the tools trained professionals use to improve a child's behavior. Treatment focuses on enhancing the quality of your relationship, helping your child to follow your lead, and learning ways to manage their BIG feelings.

I was born and raised in Northern Virginia, and I am a first-generation American. I became a counselor because I believe in the power of change and the necessity of healing to create better lives for ourselves. I recently graduated from William & Mary with my M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in marriage, family, and couples counseling. I am a warm, transparent, and insatiably curious counselor. I use a developmental and integrative framework that includes emotionally focused therapy, EMDR, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to inquire more about the services I offer. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in VA and a Board Certified Clinical Supervisor for LPC Residents. I offer individual, family, and group counseling to a variety of ages including children, adolescents, and adults.

Navigating the world right now can be extremely challenging especially if you are a woman. Are you the "dependable" friend or family member that is "always there"? Do you have difficulty saying no due to feelings of guilt or fear of acceptance? Have you worked your entire life to do everything just right and now you’re finding difficulty achieving happiness and fulfillment due to excessive worrying and preoccupation with perfectionism? Would you describe yourself as someone who goes after their goals and beats the odds despite life's curved balls? If any of this sounds familiar, then you’ve stumbled on the right profile.

Welcome! Thank you for being here! Often times, life can become entangled with painful events, memories, relationship breakdowns and emotional turmoil; that taking a moment to seek help can feel overwhelming. For this reason, I thank you for taking the time to pause and reflect on your needs or the needs of your child (children). As a Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy, I work with individuals, couples, children and families. My goal is to bring connection and fulfillment to each person on your journey to healing.

I am invested in collaborating with individuals in order to promote lasting change. As a clinician, I am most experienced in working with individuals from adolescence into senior adulthood in treating depression, anxiety, enduring life transitions, and increasing self-esteem. I assist with processing trauma, developing effective coping strategies, and increasing self-awareness. I also enjoy assisting clients build stronger relationships by developing healthy boundaries and increased communication. I am also the Co-Founder of B.L.O.O.M.S. Women’s Mentoring Program.

I believe in a strength-based approach that is holistic, integrative and client-centered. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate atmosphere in which clients can safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, images and beliefs that may be keeping them stuck.