Imago Therapists in Henrico, VA
Bridget Dunnavant
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Henrico, VA 23229
I offer both individual and couples counseling to adults of all ages, also teaching mindfulness meditation when desired. In addition to ameliorating symptoms, decreasing emotional pain, and helping to solve difficult problems, therapy and meditation can facilitate significant personal growth and increased wellness. My approach is broadly humanistic, meaning we seek together in a safe and secure environment, mutual understanding of you as a whole person, honing your internal "voice" and tapping into your existing strengths. Once we identify who you really are and what is most important to you, the path to bringing your life into alignment becomes clearer.
I offer both individual and couples counseling to adults of all ages, also teaching mindfulness meditation when desired. In addition to ameliorating symptoms, decreasing emotional pain, and helping to solve difficult problems, therapy and meditation can facilitate significant personal growth and increased wellness. My approach is broadly humanistic, meaning we seek together in a safe and secure environment, mutual understanding of you as a whole person, honing your internal "voice" and tapping into your existing strengths. Once we identify who you really are and what is most important to you, the path to bringing your life into alignment becomes clearer.
Mary Joelle Messerschmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Henrico, VA 23075 (Online Only)
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page. I am a licensed therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field of counseling. I believe in creating a safe space for clients to work through challenges in life. After a thorough bio-psychosocial perspective and assessment, my services consist of diagnosis, treatment (including psychotherapy and counseling), evaluation, and maintenance of recovery. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I am a certified licensure supervisor to new professionals.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page. I am a licensed therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field of counseling. I believe in creating a safe space for clients to work through challenges in life. After a thorough bio-psychosocial perspective and assessment, my services consist of diagnosis, treatment (including psychotherapy and counseling), evaluation, and maintenance of recovery. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I am a certified licensure supervisor to new professionals.
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Melissa James
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
I also have training in Imago Relationship Therapy, Internal Relationship Focusing, Family Systems and Mindfulness practices.
Issues of life and living can be overwhelming and painful. Navigating relationships, chronic stress, anxiety, traumatic experiences, attachment wounds, complicated family dynamics, and even health conditions may leave you feeling stuck and unable to make change in your life. I want you to know there is hope. Therapy is a path for experiencing relief/healing and restoring deep connection with our self and others. I am passionate about healing that incorporates a deepening of the spirit and the spiritual development that can come through nurturing a resilient nervous system.
I also have training in Imago Relationship Therapy, Internal Relationship Focusing, Family Systems and Mindfulness practices.
Issues of life and living can be overwhelming and painful. Navigating relationships, chronic stress, anxiety, traumatic experiences, attachment wounds, complicated family dynamics, and even health conditions may leave you feeling stuck and unable to make change in your life. I want you to know there is hope. Therapy is a path for experiencing relief/healing and restoring deep connection with our self and others. I am passionate about healing that incorporates a deepening of the spirit and the spiritual development that can come through nurturing a resilient nervous system.
Sofia Anna Crowe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
I have been a clinician for 23 years. I have a Master's from the U of MD Social Work program. I have enjoyed wide-ranging training and employment in many settings, including supervising a county-wide suicide hotline, in an adolescent residential facility, intensive outpatient and in-home therapy. I have worked in diverse settings, such as Johns Hopkins Methadone/Suboxone program and for an AZ Native Tribal Nation. I am experienced in diverse treatment modalities, including DBT (couples and family) dual-diagnosis treatment, Imago and in Imago/communication focused couples therapy, and multi-systemic or strategic family therapy.
I have been a clinician for 23 years. I have a Master's from the U of MD Social Work program. I have enjoyed wide-ranging training and employment in many settings, including supervising a county-wide suicide hotline, in an adolescent residential facility, intensive outpatient and in-home therapy. I have worked in diverse settings, such as Johns Hopkins Methadone/Suboxone program and for an AZ Native Tribal Nation. I am experienced in diverse treatment modalities, including DBT (couples and family) dual-diagnosis treatment, Imago and in Imago/communication focused couples therapy, and multi-systemic or strategic family therapy.
Hope Beth Bagley
Psychologist, PhD, LCP, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
I specialize in Neuropsychology, Accommodations for ADHD Testing, Hypnosis, Imago Therapy, Infidelity and Affairs, and Sex Therapy to help couples with Emotionally relateed Intimacy Issues.
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 specialize in Neuropsychology, Accommodations for ADHD Testing, Hypnosis, Imago Therapy, Infidelity and Affairs, and Sex Therapy to help couples with Emotionally relateed Intimacy Issues.
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.
Michael A. Fronce
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23233
Marriage counseling is my area of specialty. I'm a marriage and family therapist who has made relationship dynamics my exclusive focus and expertise. I specialize in working with couples who have experienced infidelity in their marriage, where one partner has had an affair. I also work with communication blockages, fighting all the time, lack of intimacy, and loss of the "loving feeling" for each other. Please visit my webpage at Well Marriage Center to learn all about my philosophy and marriage-friendly approach (one- click link on the left under my picture).
Marriage counseling is my area of specialty. I'm a marriage and family therapist who has made relationship dynamics my exclusive focus and expertise. I specialize in working with couples who have experienced infidelity in their marriage, where one partner has had an affair. I also work with communication blockages, fighting all the time, lack of intimacy, and loss of the "loving feeling" for each other. Please visit my webpage at Well Marriage Center to learn all about my philosophy and marriage-friendly approach (one- click link on the left under my picture).
Stacy Gill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
Accepting new clients. Seeking therapy is a big step and can be scary. My aim is to connect with you in a safe environment and work with you to improve your life. Therapy is a great tool to support change and learn to cope with issues causing you struggle and pain. As a clinical social worker, I strive to understand you in the context of your environment and help you heal places of hurt and trauma you've experienced. I believe in the ability to grow and change across the life span; it's never too late to heal. Based on training and life experience, I take a whole person view working to connect mind, body, and spirit.
Accepting new clients. Seeking therapy is a big step and can be scary. My aim is to connect with you in a safe environment and work with you to improve your life. Therapy is a great tool to support change and learn to cope with issues causing you struggle and pain. As a clinical social worker, I strive to understand you in the context of your environment and help you heal places of hurt and trauma you've experienced. I believe in the ability to grow and change across the life span; it's never too late to heal. Based on training and life experience, I take a whole person view working to connect mind, body, and spirit.
Jimmy Christmas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, MYT, ADS, 200 RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23294
"Are you feeling stressed out about your relationships, employment, finances, addiction, your future? Is your stress causing anxiety, tension and depression? Trouble sleeping due to stress, anxiety and past/current trauma? I am interested in helping people live their best life. I am concerned with how stress affects us and I am trained and skilled to assist people in learning skills and strategies to reduce their stress and find more happiness in their lives. I have experience treating individuals with mood and thought disorders, substance abuse, trauma, stress and anxiety and a host of life issues.
"Are you feeling stressed out about your relationships, employment, finances, addiction, your future? Is your stress causing anxiety, tension and depression? Trouble sleeping due to stress, anxiety and past/current trauma? I am interested in helping people live their best life. I am concerned with how stress affects us and I am trained and skilled to assist people in learning skills and strategies to reduce their stress and find more happiness in their lives. I have experience treating individuals with mood and thought disorders, substance abuse, trauma, stress and anxiety and a host of life issues.
Zoe Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glen Allen, VA 23060
I believe there is meaning in symptoms. We are designed to thrive. When something is out of balance our mind/body/spirit/relationships present symptoms to ask us to pay attention. I specialize in helping people discover what needs their attention. Then, I help people learn new skills so they are equipped to respond more effectively to their needs. I offer support as people practice necessary changes in their thoughts, managing their emotions, and interacting with others and their circumstances. Finally, I encourage and guide people as they seek to fully actualize their potential.
I believe there is meaning in symptoms. We are designed to thrive. When something is out of balance our mind/body/spirit/relationships present symptoms to ask us to pay attention. I specialize in helping people discover what needs their attention. Then, I help people learn new skills so they are equipped to respond more effectively to their needs. I offer support as people practice necessary changes in their thoughts, managing their emotions, and interacting with others and their circumstances. Finally, I encourage and guide people as they seek to fully actualize their potential.
John H Hamlett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MDiv, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
I'd like to congratulate you for finding the courage to acknowledge that you have a problem and the need to seek help. Whether you are stressed, can't sleep and completely overwhelmed or you have experienced a major loss. I can help you sort things out and give you some effective strategies for coping with the problems you are facing. I offer a needs-based approach to counseling and help you develop healthy effective strategies for getting your needs met and can teach you how to express your feelings and needs in a nonviolent way. I am a seasoned counselor and an EMDR Certified Therapist who works with trauma and abuse survivors.
I'd like to congratulate you for finding the courage to acknowledge that you have a problem and the need to seek help. Whether you are stressed, can't sleep and completely overwhelmed or you have experienced a major loss. I can help you sort things out and give you some effective strategies for coping with the problems you are facing. I offer a needs-based approach to counseling and help you develop healthy effective strategies for getting your needs met and can teach you how to express your feelings and needs in a nonviolent way. I am a seasoned counselor and an EMDR Certified Therapist who works with trauma and abuse survivors.
Jeff Jennings
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173
Many high-performers know they are capable of achieving more but feel stuck at times. Do you feel that despite having a lot of things together, something is missing that is holding you back? The clients I work with have typically achieved success in many aspects of life, but they struggle in others. When facing challenges that seem insurmountable, we all can benefit from expert guidance and counseling. As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of education and experience, I empower high-achieving professionals, athletes, and couples to reach their goals and create the changes in life they most desire.
Many high-performers know they are capable of achieving more but feel stuck at times. Do you feel that despite having a lot of things together, something is missing that is holding you back? The clients I work with have typically achieved success in many aspects of life, but they struggle in others. When facing challenges that seem insurmountable, we all can benefit from expert guidance and counseling. As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of education and experience, I empower high-achieving professionals, athletes, and couples to reach their goals and create the changes in life they most desire.
Chris E Carson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220
Waitlist for new clients
I am a psychotherapist for adult individuals and couples. Do you want stronger, clearer and healthier relationships? My clients consist mainly of open minded, artistic and unconventional persons wanting more intimacy and connection or wanting to explore their innate gifts and talents. I also work with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and non-binary persons. However, I love working with anyone who is seeking growth, wholeness and perspective.
I am a psychotherapist for adult individuals and couples. Do you want stronger, clearer and healthier relationships? My clients consist mainly of open minded, artistic and unconventional persons wanting more intimacy and connection or wanting to explore their innate gifts and talents. I also work with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and non-binary persons. However, I love working with anyone who is seeking growth, wholeness and perspective.
Tia Lukanova
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220
Accepting NEW clients! Do you find yourself numbing your pain by keeping yourself busy? Putting your needs to the side? You may look for ways to escape, but at the end of the day, you're feeling more isolated and disconnected from others, as well as from yourself. If you are tired of running away, or feel stuck or if you are at a major crossroads in your life, you have come to the right place. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation and start your journey towards feeling more joy and connection.
Accepting NEW clients! Do you find yourself numbing your pain by keeping yourself busy? Putting your needs to the side? You may look for ways to escape, but at the end of the day, you're feeling more isolated and disconnected from others, as well as from yourself. If you are tired of running away, or feel stuck or if you are at a major crossroads in your life, you have come to the right place. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation and start your journey towards feeling more joy and connection.
Nedra Voorhies
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Your life, your concerns and your goals are of utmost importance when you choose a therapist. Finding the right fit makes a huge difference. I have more than 20 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and families. I am well equipped and highly motivated to guide you as you achieve your goals. Your concerns are immediately addressed when you speak with me. I take time to get to know you and work to combine counseling theories and techniques to individually work with you. I have no cookie cutter treatment plans. My doctoral thesis focused on clinical outcomes.
Your life, your concerns and your goals are of utmost importance when you choose a therapist. Finding the right fit makes a huge difference. I have more than 20 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and families. I am well equipped and highly motivated to guide you as you achieve your goals. Your concerns are immediately addressed when you speak with me. I take time to get to know you and work to combine counseling theories and techniques to individually work with you. I have no cookie cutter treatment plans. My doctoral thesis focused on clinical outcomes.
Transcending Adversity Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, M Ed
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
Emotions are an important part of life, and help us to connect with others. Sometimes our experiences with intense emotions can take away from our ability to clearly communicate with each other or appreciate ourselves. Do you find it difficult to enjoy life in the moment? too focused on the past or worried about the future? Do you wish you could connect with your family or partner in a way that doesn't lead to conflict or slammed doors? Whether you are experiencing relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, anger, feelings of low self esteem or sex related concerns, your feelings do not have to control your life.
Emotions are an important part of life, and help us to connect with others. Sometimes our experiences with intense emotions can take away from our ability to clearly communicate with each other or appreciate ourselves. Do you find it difficult to enjoy life in the moment? too focused on the past or worried about the future? Do you wish you could connect with your family or partner in a way that doesn't lead to conflict or slammed doors? Whether you are experiencing relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, anger, feelings of low self esteem or sex related concerns, your feelings do not have to control your life.
Lainie Hinnant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midlothian, VA 23113
My practice offers a safe and supportive environment in which to work through life's challenging issues, shift thoughts, feelings, behaviors and resolve relationship difficulties. It can be difficult to reach out for help, whether for anxiety, depression, relationships, addictions, sexual issues/trauma, and difficult life transitions. I will help you gain the knowledge, insight and tools you need to reclaim your life, your relationships and reach your full potential. Our work together will facilitate your personal growth, increase your self-esteem, and set you on a path to reach your personal goals, deepen relationships, and come into the fullness of your life.
My practice offers a safe and supportive environment in which to work through life's challenging issues, shift thoughts, feelings, behaviors and resolve relationship difficulties. It can be difficult to reach out for help, whether for anxiety, depression, relationships, addictions, sexual issues/trauma, and difficult life transitions. I will help you gain the knowledge, insight and tools you need to reclaim your life, your relationships and reach your full potential. Our work together will facilitate your personal growth, increase your self-esteem, and set you on a path to reach your personal goals, deepen relationships, and come into the fullness of your life.
Jung at Heart Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
Finding value and meaning whether you are in the valley or at the top of the mountain using a blend of traditional evidenced based interventions with an existential feel incorporating different philosophies and schools of thought.
Finding value and meaning whether you are in the valley or at the top of the mountain using a blend of traditional evidenced based interventions with an existential feel incorporating different philosophies and schools of thought.
Rebecca Glass
LMSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
I work with couples and individuals in NYC and Richmond, VA to help them create more resilient, joyful relationships. I take a relational, optimistic, and trauma-informed stance. My work is to help people use their differences as a means of self-growth and self-transcendence. In doing this, a relationship moves from a place of rigidity into new possibilities. I welcome clients of all gender identities and expressions, as well as queer and straight couples in all relationship structures.
I work with couples and individuals in NYC and Richmond, VA to help them create more resilient, joyful relationships. I take a relational, optimistic, and trauma-informed stance. My work is to help people use their differences as a means of self-growth and self-transcendence. In doing this, a relationship moves from a place of rigidity into new possibilities. I welcome clients of all gender identities and expressions, as well as queer and straight couples in all relationship structures.
Online Therapists
Kathi Scholz, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
My integration of Imago, Gottman and EFT is used for couples work.
Life can be a roller coaster. It takes us high with the birth of a child, falling in love, or reaching new goals. It may drop us low mourning a death, suffering abuse, grappling with sexual issues, feeling isolated. Sometimes we feel stuck with no hope on the horizon. You are unique but not alone. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and overwhelming. Your struggles are your journey and sometimes it feels like that road comes to a dead end. Because each journey is unique, I use an integration of therapies to seek other inroads into your healing. One size does not fit all.
My integration of Imago, Gottman and EFT is used for couples work.
Life can be a roller coaster. It takes us high with the birth of a child, falling in love, or reaching new goals. It may drop us low mourning a death, suffering abuse, grappling with sexual issues, feeling isolated. Sometimes we feel stuck with no hope on the horizon. You are unique but not alone. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and overwhelming. Your struggles are your journey and sometimes it feels like that road comes to a dead end. Because each journey is unique, I use an integration of therapies to seek other inroads into your healing. One size does not fit all.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.