Marriage Counseling Therapists in 23230

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Lisa A. Zoppetti
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230  (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, life transitions (marriage, pregnancy, postpartum, aging/retirement), career/work, women and cancer, etc.
What all of my clients have in common is a desire to be self-reflective (even though this may be scary), to learn more about themselves at a deeper (unconscious) level, and to grow in ways that allow them to have the life and relationships for which their hearts yearn. Psychotherapy is a process of learning to listen to, care for and heal the pained parts of ourselves that burden our mind, body, heart and spirit. Including the body in this process is essential, as it carries our pain. This is not always easy, but is certainly self-empowering and life-changing.
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, life transitions (marriage, pregnancy, postpartum, aging/retirement), career/work, women and cancer, etc.
What all of my clients have in common is a desire to be self-reflective (even though this may be scary), to learn more about themselves at a deeper (unconscious) level, and to grow in ways that allow them to have the life and relationships for which their hearts yearn. Psychotherapy is a process of learning to listen to, care for and heal the pained parts of ourselves that burden our mind, body, heart and spirit. Including the body in this process is essential, as it carries our pain. This is not always easy, but is certainly self-empowering and life-changing.
(804) 793-9547 View (804) 793-9547
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Nikiya Collier
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, QMHP-A, QMHP-C, LMHP-E
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230  (Online Only)
Additionally, I am a qualified mental health professional for both adults and children, and I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist resident.
I aim to provide an open and safe environment to address various issues that may arise in one’s life. My specialty population is couples and families, as I have personally experienced the effects of coming from a broken home, as well as surviving a chaotic family environment. I have 17 years of experience working with children and over 12 years of experience working with adults who are severely mentally ill and dually diagnosed. I find joy in helping others navigate through the roller coaster ride, and detours that life sometimes throws at us.
Additionally, I am a qualified mental health professional for both adults and children, and I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist resident.
I aim to provide an open and safe environment to address various issues that may arise in one’s life. My specialty population is couples and families, as I have personally experienced the effects of coming from a broken home, as well as surviving a chaotic family environment. I have 17 years of experience working with children and over 12 years of experience working with adults who are severely mentally ill and dually diagnosed. I find joy in helping others navigate through the roller coaster ride, and detours that life sometimes throws at us.
(804) 531-5588 View (804) 531-5588
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Valerie H Bishop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
Because most clients seek assistance for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/marital/family issues, I use supportive therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also use if you request, a couple of specialty methods to assist our work together.
People seek therapy for various reasons, but I understand that, regardless of the reason(s), people need an active listener for support, reflection and at times, soft and/or straightforward, and respectful feedback. I honor the work my clients do and am a calm listener, as well as an active therapist when needed. I offer individual, couples/marital, and family therapy 18 years and older. I have 30 yrs of experience of varied experience and hope to help you in the ways you are looking for.
Because most clients seek assistance for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/marital/family issues, I use supportive therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also use if you request, a couple of specialty methods to assist our work together.
People seek therapy for various reasons, but I understand that, regardless of the reason(s), people need an active listener for support, reflection and at times, soft and/or straightforward, and respectful feedback. I honor the work my clients do and am a calm listener, as well as an active therapist when needed. I offer individual, couples/marital, and family therapy 18 years and older. I have 30 yrs of experience of varied experience and hope to help you in the ways you are looking for.
(804) 562-9997 View (804) 562-9997
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Sara Kuntz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
Sara Kuntz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages who are struggling to manage conditions or issues related to postpartum depression, academic-related problems, low self-esteem, sex, sexual orientation, chronic stress, and women’s issues. Sara graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Art Therapy from Seton Hill University and continued her education, receiving her Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Seton Hill University, as well.
Sara Kuntz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages who are struggling to manage conditions or issues related to postpartum depression, academic-related problems, low self-esteem, sex, sexual orientation, chronic stress, and women’s issues. Sara graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Art Therapy from Seton Hill University and continued her education, receiving her Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Seton Hill University, as well.
(804) 315-3061 View (804) 315-3061
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Ashley Crouch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Ashley Crouch is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is nationally certified (LPC-NCC) with more than 7 years of experience working with couples, children, teens, and adults. Ashley can help individuals or couples to better cope with the effects of anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, family dynamics, marriage issues, life transitional difficulties, low self-esteem, women's issues, and much more. Ashley earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary.
Ashley Crouch is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is nationally certified (LPC-NCC) with more than 7 years of experience working with couples, children, teens, and adults. Ashley can help individuals or couples to better cope with the effects of anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, family dynamics, marriage issues, life transitional difficulties, low self-esteem, women's issues, and much more. Ashley earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary.
(804) 322-1434 View (804) 322-1434
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Natalia Tassara Barrantes
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
My goal as a therapist is to help and support human beings maximize strengths while gaining insight into draining and unproductive behavior patterns. I also help individuals dealing with communications issues in general, marital or couple relationships. I focus my work on developing a partnership with my patients in order for them to find the best way to cope anxiety, depression or any other mental health condition.
My goal as a therapist is to help and support human beings maximize strengths while gaining insight into draining and unproductive behavior patterns. I also help individuals dealing with communications issues in general, marital or couple relationships. I focus my work on developing a partnership with my patients in order for them to find the best way to cope anxiety, depression or any other mental health condition.
(804) 294-4613 View (804) 294-4613
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Michael Ingram
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Some of my areas of clinical focus include: anxiety, mood instability, addiction, ADHD, marital conflict, behavioral problems, academic underachievement,.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and frustrating. Stress in our lives can come from many different sources: communication difficulties, parenting children, unrealistic expectations at work, academic struggles. These challenges can become confusing and depressing if left in isolation. By addressing these issues in a safe, trusting counseling environment many of these stressors can be reduced.
Some of my areas of clinical focus include: anxiety, mood instability, addiction, ADHD, marital conflict, behavioral problems, academic underachievement,.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and frustrating. Stress in our lives can come from many different sources: communication difficulties, parenting children, unrealistic expectations at work, academic struggles. These challenges can become confusing and depressing if left in isolation. By addressing these issues in a safe, trusting counseling environment many of these stressors can be reduced.
(804) 616-3120 View (804) 616-3120
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A & R Behavioral Health, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Regina , BSY, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
A & R Behavioral Health's primary mission is to provide a nonjudgmental open environment, with a deep and unique understanding of struggle and an attentive listening ear that can help our clients to be motivated to positive changes which will inspire them to find and live life within their purpose. We specialize in a variety of counseling services to include but not limited to couples, individual, and group counseling, grief, marriage, anxiety, depression, family, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral and PTSD trauma therapy. All our therapists are skillful, knowledgeable, transparent, and compassionate.
A & R Behavioral Health's primary mission is to provide a nonjudgmental open environment, with a deep and unique understanding of struggle and an attentive listening ear that can help our clients to be motivated to positive changes which will inspire them to find and live life within their purpose. We specialize in a variety of counseling services to include but not limited to couples, individual, and group counseling, grief, marriage, anxiety, depression, family, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral and PTSD trauma therapy. All our therapists are skillful, knowledgeable, transparent, and compassionate.
(804) 441-6268 View (804) 441-6268
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Michael Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, VA 23230  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my Master of Divinity in Marriage & Family Therapy from Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama. I have experience working with individuals & families from numerous cultural backgrounds as well as varying age groups. My experience also includes working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger related issues, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, substance abuse, behavioral problems, & parenting challenges. I am very knowledgeable about crisis related issues and has been working as a crisis counselor for the last several years.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my Master of Divinity in Marriage & Family Therapy from Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama. I have experience working with individuals & families from numerous cultural backgrounds as well as varying age groups. My experience also includes working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger related issues, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, substance abuse, behavioral problems, & parenting challenges. I am very knowledgeable about crisis related issues and has been working as a crisis counselor for the last several years.
(804) 390-8279 View (804) 390-8279
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Toi Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West End, VA 23230  (Online Only)
I am a graduate of both Saint Leo University & Regent University. I hold a B.A. in Psychology & an M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy. I use a structural family & CBT approach when working with clients coupled with a calm spirit that helps clients feel accepted and safe. I enjoy helping clients discover their strengths while highlighting how their thoughts and feelings contribute to their daily living & functioning. I am passionate about marriage, at-risk youth, & military communities. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, adolescents, & adults. I believe relational intelligence is the key that unlocks our greatest potential.
I am a graduate of both Saint Leo University & Regent University. I hold a B.A. in Psychology & an M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy. I use a structural family & CBT approach when working with clients coupled with a calm spirit that helps clients feel accepted and safe. I enjoy helping clients discover their strengths while highlighting how their thoughts and feelings contribute to their daily living & functioning. I am passionate about marriage, at-risk youth, & military communities. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, adolescents, & adults. I believe relational intelligence is the key that unlocks our greatest potential.
(808) 278-9924 View (808) 278-9924
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Alex Hilert
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LSATP, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230  (Online Only)
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, or the lingering effects of trauma, you are not alone. We all face stress and uncertainty and sometimes our usual coping mechanisms just aren't enough. In counseling, you will have the space to freely process your thoughts and feelings while working on new skills that can help you improve your mental health and relationships. As a therapist, I take a collaborative and person-centered approach designed to empower you to reach your goals. I also work from a multicultural, anti-racist, neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ affirmative framework with my clients.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, or the lingering effects of trauma, you are not alone. We all face stress and uncertainty and sometimes our usual coping mechanisms just aren't enough. In counseling, you will have the space to freely process your thoughts and feelings while working on new skills that can help you improve your mental health and relationships. As a therapist, I take a collaborative and person-centered approach designed to empower you to reach your goals. I also work from a multicultural, anti-racist, neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ affirmative framework with my clients.
(804) 298-2906 View (804) 298-2906
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Laura Giles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, feeling like you are living someone else's life, or just tired of feeling stuck, it's time to change all that. Every one of us has the resources within us to live happy, fulfilled lives. You can too. Don't be discouraged by past failures. I specialize in dealing with the "hard to help." If you are ready to leave the pain behind and start a new future, call today. Let today be the day you turn your life around.
If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, feeling like you are living someone else's life, or just tired of feeling stuck, it's time to change all that. Every one of us has the resources within us to live happy, fulfilled lives. You can too. Don't be discouraged by past failures. I specialize in dealing with the "hard to help." If you are ready to leave the pain behind and start a new future, call today. Let today be the day you turn your life around.
(804) 292-2653 View (804) 292-2653
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Rashika N Wallace Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Owner and clinician of Renewal Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed therapist who enjoys working with individuals, families, groups and couples. I have over 16 years counseling experience specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, and stress. I have a passion for working with young adult females. I treat the whole person, not their symptoms or circumstances in a safe and comfortable space. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and stress. I have a passion for working young adult females.
Owner and clinician of Renewal Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed therapist who enjoys working with individuals, families, groups and couples. I have over 16 years counseling experience specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, and stress. I have a passion for working with young adult females. I treat the whole person, not their symptoms or circumstances in a safe and comfortable space. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and stress. I have a passion for working young adult females.
(804) 681-7305 View (804) 681-7305
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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.
(804) 596-4564 View (804) 596-4564
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Pamela Willard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
You are not alone in your journey to feel better, mentally and physically. Are you experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, stress or feelings of fear that are holding you back? Symptoms of PTSD? Feeling depressed, overwhelmed or unmotivated? Do you have unresolved trauma? Have you experienced abuse? Difficult or unfulfilling relationships? I specialize in helping clients identify problem areas in their lives and formulate goals to improve them. We will work to eliminate any self limiting and sabotaging beliefs patterns and you will acquire coping skills, strategies and resources to succeed. Healing and thriving is possible!
You are not alone in your journey to feel better, mentally and physically. Are you experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, stress or feelings of fear that are holding you back? Symptoms of PTSD? Feeling depressed, overwhelmed or unmotivated? Do you have unresolved trauma? Have you experienced abuse? Difficult or unfulfilling relationships? I specialize in helping clients identify problem areas in their lives and formulate goals to improve them. We will work to eliminate any self limiting and sabotaging beliefs patterns and you will acquire coping skills, strategies and resources to succeed. Healing and thriving is possible!
(804) 259-0967 View (804) 259-0967
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Christy Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I love working with adult clients in areas of identity, relationships, stress/anxiety, family of origin issues, and substance use. I also help traditional and non-traditional couples address issues of communication while fostering mutual love, care, trust, and respect and restoring harmony in relationships. I take a strengths-based, proactive approach to treatment to facilitate healing while building lifelong skills and a strong sense of self-worth.
I love working with adult clients in areas of identity, relationships, stress/anxiety, family of origin issues, and substance use. I also help traditional and non-traditional couples address issues of communication while fostering mutual love, care, trust, and respect and restoring harmony in relationships. I take a strengths-based, proactive approach to treatment to facilitate healing while building lifelong skills and a strong sense of self-worth.
(804) 213-2912 x117 View (804) 213-2912 x117
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Dr. Elizabeth Sadock
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck or struggling to make changes in your life but can’t quite figure out how to get there? I offer tools to help people learn to decode their emotions so that they no longer need a therapist guiding them, but rather they can address life's challenges with greater confidence. My treatment focuses on helping people accept the past, and make concrete changes in their lives that lead to a greater sense of peace and satisfaction. My aim is to create a warm, collaborative, and accepting environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your emotions.
Are you feeling stuck or struggling to make changes in your life but can’t quite figure out how to get there? I offer tools to help people learn to decode their emotions so that they no longer need a therapist guiding them, but rather they can address life's challenges with greater confidence. My treatment focuses on helping people accept the past, and make concrete changes in their lives that lead to a greater sense of peace and satisfaction. My aim is to create a warm, collaborative, and accepting environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your emotions.
(804) 504-1828 View (804) 504-1828
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Blaine Atkisson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
When thinking about emotional growth, I find it helpful to contrast it with physical growth. Developing into our full-grown physical selves is a fairly automatic process relying primarily upon biology. Our emotional growth however requires guidance and nurturing from caregivers to develop us into our full-grown emotional selves. For some of us, this emotional development was either missing or short circuited and we can find ourselves navigating a world of relationships and uncertainty without the emotional intelligence needed to recognize and understand our emotions, and to respond to those emotions in healthy and productive ways.
When thinking about emotional growth, I find it helpful to contrast it with physical growth. Developing into our full-grown physical selves is a fairly automatic process relying primarily upon biology. Our emotional growth however requires guidance and nurturing from caregivers to develop us into our full-grown emotional selves. For some of us, this emotional development was either missing or short circuited and we can find ourselves navigating a world of relationships and uncertainty without the emotional intelligence needed to recognize and understand our emotions, and to respond to those emotions in healthy and productive ways.
(804) 336-2804 View (804) 336-2804
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Paula O'Leary
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Paula O’Leary is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked in the mental health field for 15 years in a variety of settings, including outpatient, school, community-based, residential, hospital, and correctional settings. Paula specializes in treating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, and other issues. She completed her master's degree at Cardinal Stritch University. Paula has also completed additional training in trauma and has obtained certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
Paula O’Leary is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked in the mental health field for 15 years in a variety of settings, including outpatient, school, community-based, residential, hospital, and correctional settings. Paula specializes in treating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, and other issues. She completed her master's degree at Cardinal Stritch University. Paula has also completed additional training in trauma and has obtained certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
(804) 352-6939 View (804) 352-6939
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Natasha M Joyner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
Client focus is on building strengths and recognizing how to apply those strengths in areas of life causing distress or interruption in reaching full potential. Clients seeking therapy from this therapist should be prepared to move at their pace. However, being open to discussion and evaluation of issues that create barriers. In addition to examining the approach and thought patterns that may be inhibiting overall improved well-being and success. Prepare yourself for an open dialogue, support, and putting your best forward in the change process. Allow me to assist in your journey.
Client focus is on building strengths and recognizing how to apply those strengths in areas of life causing distress or interruption in reaching full potential. Clients seeking therapy from this therapist should be prepared to move at their pace. However, being open to discussion and evaluation of issues that create barriers. In addition to examining the approach and thought patterns that may be inhibiting overall improved well-being and success. Prepare yourself for an open dialogue, support, and putting your best forward in the change process. Allow me to assist in your journey.
(804) 409-0643 View (804) 409-0643
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.