Marriage Counseling Therapists in 23120
Amy Mulkey
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moseley, VA 23120
Dr. Mulkey has been in practice for over 20 years and has a problem-focused approach to therapy. Specifically, she encourages her clients to use behavioral changes and cognitive strategies to start the healing process quickly and to begin to use more effective coping to deal with stress and issues they confront. These issues might include depression, insomnia, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic attacks, headaches, stress management, pain, marital and relationship problems, and grief reactions. Dr. Mulkey competed her doctorate at University of Florida, an internship at University of North Carolina, and a postdoctoral fellowship in behavioral medicine at Duke University.
Dr. Mulkey has been in practice for over 20 years and has a problem-focused approach to therapy. Specifically, she encourages her clients to use behavioral changes and cognitive strategies to start the healing process quickly and to begin to use more effective coping to deal with stress and issues they confront. These issues might include depression, insomnia, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic attacks, headaches, stress management, pain, marital and relationship problems, and grief reactions. Dr. Mulkey competed her doctorate at University of Florida, an internship at University of North Carolina, and a postdoctoral fellowship in behavioral medicine at Duke University.
Erica Pognon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Moseley, VA 23120 (Online Only)
My name is Erica and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has over 14 years of clinical experience working with children and teens, as well as adult individuals and couples. I focus on treating issues related to anxiety, chronic stress, ADHD, family difficulties, dysfunctional relationships, depression, panic disorders, and more.
My name is Erica and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has over 14 years of clinical experience working with children and teens, as well as adult individuals and couples. I focus on treating issues related to anxiety, chronic stress, ADHD, family difficulties, dysfunctional relationships, depression, panic disorders, and more.
Margie L Crow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Moseley, VA 23120
My primary goal is to enhance individual and family lives by assisting them in identifying new coping strategies. Participating in a personal counseling experience allows for an environment conducive to exploring personal growth, self awareness and change. I have been in private practice for over 30 years which has allowed me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. In my practice my initial emphasis is on identifying the , emotions and behaviors that are affecting our lives and gaining insights that will improve coping skills and awareness.
My primary goal is to enhance individual and family lives by assisting them in identifying new coping strategies. Participating in a personal counseling experience allows for an environment conducive to exploring personal growth, self awareness and change. I have been in private practice for over 30 years which has allowed me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. In my practice my initial emphasis is on identifying the , emotions and behaviors that are affecting our lives and gaining insights that will improve coping skills and awareness.
Alexandra Heard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Moseley, VA 23120
Waitlist for new clients
My office is a space where all are welcome to come work through what is needed in order to reach healthier and happier days. I am most drawn to working with those dealing with anxiety, trauma and attachment issues, as well as adolescents and emerging young adults. Additionally, if you are skeptical of or have had a negative past experience with therapy, I enjoy creating reparative experiences for individuals. I want to meet you where you are at in order to help you feel heard and evoke a sense of hope.
My office is a space where all are welcome to come work through what is needed in order to reach healthier and happier days. I am most drawn to working with those dealing with anxiety, trauma and attachment issues, as well as adolescents and emerging young adults. Additionally, if you are skeptical of or have had a negative past experience with therapy, I enjoy creating reparative experiences for individuals. I want to meet you where you are at in order to help you feel heard and evoke a sense of hope.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.