There is never a wrong time to start therapy, nor is there a right one. We won’t worry about right or wrong, but instead we’ll accept where you are - as we work together to discover where you want to go and how to get there. I spend a lot of my free time hiking, seeking out new and interesting terrain. The growth you will hopefully experience during our work together may be much like a challenging hike, with some gentle slopes and triumphant summits, but also with trips, stumbles, and strenuous climbs. I cannot climb your mountains for you, but I will climb them with you and help to show you the way forward.

Once the therapeutic relationship is established, Stacie determines which techniques and interventions will best fit the needs of each client. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy which entails exploring automatic and unhelpful thought patterns and restructuring them to be healthier, truer, and more helpful thoughts in living a happy and fulfilled life. This often calls for teaching mindfulness skills, which is a first step in learning to become aware and more in control of thoughts.

"Are you in pain, at a crossroads, or facing obstacles you need help in overcoming? Are you looking for relief? I will work with you in a warm, collaborative environment, and together we will explore those areas that have kept you from being fulfilled and reaching your goals." Amy Kennel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Art Therapy from Arcadia University and her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Longwood University. She has worked in the mental health field since 2005, gaining experience using various modalities, and providing kind and gentle care for a great variety of people.

Can you use your mind to reduce your suffering, rather than increase it? Or to increase meaning and depth in your life? You can, but most people need a little help with this. Sometimes a sympathetic family member or wise friend can help a great deal; other times when a knowledgeable, compassionate professional is a better choice. Perhaps your internal life feels out of control, or you're feeling stuck, repeating ineffective patterns of relating to yourself and others. I work with people to help them understand themselves and their situation, manage stress better, and make positive changes happen.

My office is located on the historic downtown mall of Charlottesville VA. I provide psychotherapy for adult men and women who are facing a wide range of life challenges. Maybe you're having difficulties due to anxiety or you are confused about your life’s direction or purpose. Possibly you have recently realized you have a pattern of becoming involved in unhealthy relationships and want to figure out why. I'll provide a comfortable, accepting, caring, and non-judgmental environment for you to gain an increased awareness of self, and to discover how this awareness can become the pathway towards growth and positive change.

(CURRENTLY FULL) (100% TELETHERAPY SERVICES ARE PROVIDED) There are times when life can be very difficult to manage, especially if you have been trying to do it all alone. Without proper support and guidance, it can become a daunting task. However difficult it may be, know that you do not have to bear any of this on your own. Taking the first step to reach out for help is huge, and I commend anyone who decides to make strides to better their lives.

Raechel’s therapeutic style is comprised of non-judgment, validation, and supportive confrontation- the ingredients she believes are most necessary to promote change and growth. She enjoys supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, stress management, personality issues, crisis prevention/intervention and trauma. This breadth of experience in different treatment settings has prepared her to work with a diverse client base.

I’m a LCSW with many years of experience working with adolescents, families, and young adults. I believe that we all are powerful and resilient beyond measure, but sometimes find ourselves caught in patterns that no longer serve us. The teen years are a time of inquiry and creation, but also a time of confusion, fear, and angst. I find delight in walking this part of their journey with them as they navigate their way into adulthood. I believe that one’s experience in therapy is most impacted by the quality of the relationship between the therapist and client. To be seen and heard is the greatest gift we can give to another.

At times life seems overwhelming and out of control. Do you feel stuck, unsure of yourself and/or your situation, do you wish to have your life be different, is this the vision you had for yourself, your child, or your family. I am here to help, you are not alone. Let’s work together to bring the change you desire. I believe that honesty, trust and respect are necessary to establish a strong therapeutic alliance. I am committed to facilitating an environment of acceptance, hope, and encouragement. I'm currently accepting new clients with limited availability to include evening hours.

Feeling stuck and not knowing which way to turn? Feeling overwhelmed and not sure how to ask for help? Not sure what to try next? I have been there. Unsure, overwhelmed, and afraid of what I might discover if I looked inside. That is where I began my own journey back in 1987. That is how I know that there is hope. It is unfortunate, that we don’t get to pick our parents or early care givers. For many of us, the experiences from early childhood, shape who we are today and how we interact with the world around us. These experiences are powerful influences on how we cope with life stress and even the partners we chose in life.

Tracey's focus is working with adolescents, adults, and families interested in make changes through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Reality Therapy. These therapies assist clients in overcoming the inability to gain satisfaction in life by challenging unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviors to improve emotional regulation and develop personal coping strategies. Believing that people are products of their past powerful influences, she acknowledges that they can make changes to overcome their history in order to create a positive future.

I work well with adolescents and adults who are interested and invested in achieving positive change in their lives, by improving relationships, developing a more positive inner experience of the world, and working more effectively to get what they want. My clients enjoy an increased understanding of themselves and the world around them while learning practical means of managing their thoughts and behavior and building/increasing their inner sense of security. I work especially well with clients facing issues related to anxiety and depression, but have a wide range of experience working successfully with a variety of issues.

Empowerment Counseling Center (ECC) is an outpatient mental health treatment facility that serves individuals, families, and groups with coping with everyday stressors as well as unresolved traumas they may have experienced. ECC was formed in 2013 by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience whom saw a growing need to aid individuals in restoring balance to their overwhelming life.

Hello! Thank you for visiting my page and for considering me for your mental health needs. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Virginia. Antiracist and identity-affirming practice is very important to me. I help clients navigate mood-related concerns (e.g., anxiety and depression), relationship issues, identity conflicts, and family of origin issues, among others. Seeking out mental health services requires courage and a desire to change. I try to honor this courage by working hard to be present, warm, and responsive every time we meet. Accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy (AEDP) informs my work.

Perhaps you are single, feeling alone in your relationships, struggling to connect with your partner. Maybe you are a parent struggling to bond with your child or looking for ways to best support your child(ren). Maybe, you're someone looking for motivation to get out of the bed, or achieve your dreams and goals. Maybe you're feeling lost, confused, and uncertain on your best, next step to take in life. Whatever you’re going through, whoever you are, I am here to support you.

I worked with clinical issues affecting children, adolescents, and adults. I utilize a variety of integrative approaches such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).

Are you feeling depressed, anxious, stressed? Do you sometimes feel as if you've lost control of your life? I have been a Licensed Counselor for over 24 years. I work with individual adults and couples who are experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief, as well as separation, divorce, family conflict, and blended family issues. I also have experience working with women who have been sexually abused, as well as those who are suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I am certified in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing for those who have been through a crisis.

Sophia D. Strange, MA., is a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 14 years of experience helping children, adults and families navigate the struggles of mental health problems, communication needs and adjustment demands. I work children and young adults.