Infertility Therapists in Powhatan, VA

For three decades, I have had the pleasure and privilege of working with people of all backgrounds. I employ a variety of techniques and approaches to help each person move towards a place of increased happiness and security within themselves. I believe that a genuine therapeutic relationship has the power to help people create the relationships they seek in their lives. Psychotherapy is truly a collaborative process. I can assist you in developing and pursuing realistic goals, developing better insight and learning new skills as you create the life you want to live.

As an LPC with 20+ yrs of experience, I feel honored to be able to work with many different clients during what is often a vulnerable time. I bring empathy and compassion to therapy sessions, which may focus on trauma, anxiety, depression, postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, eating disorders, infertility, parenting and addictions. I also work with grief and loss, including pregnancy and child loss. I specialize in navigating relationship crises, infidelity and narcissistic abuse. Many clients are LGBTQ+, and come in for gender affirming care. I am the founder of Falls Church Wellness Center, a mental & physical health facility.

Want to find your way back to yourself, your happiness and your loved ones? Is there a relationship in your life that isn’t feeling so great? It might be your relationship with yourself, your body, your partner, the little one that you just brought into the world, or the loss of a child you never got to meet. Whether you're facing challenging life transitions, navigating through relationship difficulties, or simply yearning for meaningful connections with yourself or others, you've come to the right place. I help individuals and couples turn their heartache into a breakthrough.

Counseling can help to restore balance in our lives. With 40 years counseling experience, I specialize in working with individuals and couples. My practice offers a safe and confidential environment to address your needs. With virtual office hours to accommodate your schedule it affords you and your family the time necessary to work on goals, concerns, and strategies to enhance your life. Since COVID, our daily lives have changed dramatically, creating increased uncertainty and stress. We are all reassessing and developing what works best for ourselves. You and a trained therapist can help to create increased personal wellbeing.

"Man never made any material as resilient as the human spirit." -Bernard Williams. As a therapist I strive to support my clients in building their resiliency and guiding the healing process. Asking for help is the first step, and I would welcome the opportunity to travel with you on that path. I also believe that in order to feel better, you must start thinking better, so I offer a safe, laid back and non-judgmental atmosphere to do just that. When the fear of judgement is removed, amazing progress can happen.

Accepting New Clients- As we navigate life, we face obstacles and come across some bumps in the road. These challenges can feel overwhelming and can impact our relationships, sleep, mood, job performance, and overall well being. My goal is to empower clients and provide them with support and tools to improve their lives. Offering an empathetic ear as well as a therapeutic perspective, I value the opportunity to walk alongside clients in navigating life’s ups and downs.

Do you suffer with depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, perinatal mood disorders, fertility and/or have a birth trauma history? Do you want to find healing and find personal fulfillment in your life? By utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based, solution focused, psychodynamic, EMDR and a mindfulness perspective you can begin to make sense of your past and look forward to your future. Together we can build on your strengths, improve functioning, facilitate personal growth, deepen relationships and increase self esteem. My passion is helping others see the light through the darkness by healing one day at a time!

I am the co-founder of Women’s Therapy & Wellness LLC, a virtual practice focused on supporting the unique mental health needs of women. I have experience in treating a variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. Of particular interest is helping women through life transition and adjustment (career, relationship, parenting, etc). I also have a passion in supporting clients experiencing reproductive mental health concerns including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, and pregnancy loss. I am EMDR trained in perinatal trauma and am currently pursuing EMDR certification.

Life doesn’t often go according to our plans. Unmet needs and expectations can leave deep and invisible scars. That doesn’t mean you’re broken, it means you’re human. I work with individuals to increase self-acceptance and self-awareness, build empathy, and improve the quality of their relationships. My hope is to support your journey to express, explore, and discover who you are and who you want to be.

Life is full of complicated and unpredictable challenges. From the stress of a job, school, and finances to relationships, marriage, and family, we are inundated with issues impacting our mental and physical wellbeing. I understand how this can feel defeating and overwhelming; however, healing and fortitude is possible.

I work with clients whose life has taken it's toll on their mental health and caused them to see the negative version of themselves. On the inside, you're trying to remain determined, and accomplished, but in reality you feel incapable of living up to your potential and no matter how hard you try to change, you just haven't been able to get over that hump. You are the expert on your life and through a collaborative approach, we will walk together to through your concerns to help you feel empowered and able to take control of your life.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and deep level healing? I utilize somatic therapy and trauma therapy approaches that helps you recognize our deep connection between the body and mind, offering you a holistic path to emotional well-being. I am committed to creating a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and build a foundation for lasting transformation. I enjoy working with other mental health professionals and teachers, and I offer sliding scale for those who are just starting their profession.

Infertility is unexpected. Emotional. Exhausting. Lonely. Navigating the world of assisted reproduction can be especially intimidating, a full-time job you didn’t ask for. You may find the weight of this new reality is getting heavier with each turn — How do you fit the comprehensive treatment plan into your already packed life? How do you advocate for yourself in this unfamiliar territory? How do you keep everything else in life afloat? You may have noticed important parts of your life are starting to suffer because you have become consumed by it all. Please know you aren’t alone, and you don’t have to do this by yourself.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you have a desire for change, but are unsure where to start? Let’s be honest for a moment. Life is hard. Sometimes we need extra support. My passion has always been to work with individuals seeking to live their best lives. I specialize in helping individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues, and pregnancy (perinatal, infertility, pregnancy loss and postpartum issues.) I have a special interest in women’s issues. I have had a corporate career, and particularly enjoy helping women navigate the challenges of balancing multiple roles and life transitions.

We specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress, infertility, and life coaching. What can you expect out of therapy? 1) Reducing symptoms: We’ll work together so you feel better as soon as possible by reducing your symptoms, whether it be feeling anxious or sleep problems. 2) Figuring out the root of your challenges: We’ll explore what caused you to feel this way in the first place so you can anticipate and prevent these challenges in the future. 3) Building your confidence going forward: You will learn and practice new skills that will help you feel confident overcoming future challenges.

Providing clients with a sense of empowerment is a cornerstone of my practice. I approach each client with compassion and curiosity and am committed to helping clients resolve the beliefs and behaviors that have felt unhelpful or unrelenting. I am experienced treating individuals with anxiety, depression (including peripartum depression), relationship difficulties, infertility, emotion dysregulation, grief, and difficulty adjusting to new roles such as the transition to college. I specialize in treating individuals who express concerns about their eating or who feel dissatisfied with their bodies, including individuals with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating disorder.

I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress, infertility, and life coaching. What can you expect out of therapy? 1) Reducing symptoms: We’ll work together so you feel better as soon as possible by reducing your symptoms, whether it be feeling anxious or sleep problems. 2) Figuring out the root of your challenges: We’ll explore what caused you to feel this way in the first place so you can anticipate and prevent these challenges in the future. 3) Building your confidence going forward: You will learn and practice new skills that will help you feel confident overcoming future challenges.