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Dr. Sheena Horsford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23221  (Online Only)
Through couple and family therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families manage their emotions effectively so they are able to communicate them to others. This creates a secure attachment in marriages hurt by infidelity, mistrust, and lack of sexual intimacy. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, you will learn how to have an emotionally safe sexual relationship with your significant other. Continue reading to learn how to book a session with me.
Through couple and family therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families manage their emotions effectively so they are able to communicate them to others. This creates a secure attachment in marriages hurt by infidelity, mistrust, and lack of sexual intimacy. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, you will learn how to have an emotionally safe sexual relationship with your significant other. Continue reading to learn how to book a session with me.
(804) 207-5503 View (804) 207-5503
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First Choice Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23231
primarily for those seeking marital therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, in private practice, working with clients who have suffered loss, anxiety, depression and trauma. I provide individual therapy to adults ages 18+. My goal is to partner with you while disbanding the stigmas of mental health and normalizing that it’s “OK, to not be OK”. I feel that It is paramount to provide a safe space to be your authentic self while you walk on your journey to transformation and healing. I believe in meeting you where you are, because it is your life, and your story. I am only here to help you make it to your next chapters.
primarily for those seeking marital therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, in private practice, working with clients who have suffered loss, anxiety, depression and trauma. I provide individual therapy to adults ages 18+. My goal is to partner with you while disbanding the stigmas of mental health and normalizing that it’s “OK, to not be OK”. I feel that It is paramount to provide a safe space to be your authentic self while you walk on your journey to transformation and healing. I believe in meeting you where you are, because it is your life, and your story. I am only here to help you make it to your next chapters.
(804) 476-8091 View (804) 476-8091
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Amanda Bernice Hopkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220  (Online Only)
Greetings sunshine! Since the pandemic, there has been an increase in marital woes and discontent. I believe wholeheartedly in acknowledging, processing, and identifying triggers and being honest with our mates about what "our new normal," looks like and how external stressors add to marriage conflict. For those who are contemplating marriage, please consider having those difficult conversations in an effort to be proactive versus reactive. Finally, for families in conflict, consider making today the first day of changes, though small, that are needed to navigate into a better future.
Greetings sunshine! Since the pandemic, there has been an increase in marital woes and discontent. I believe wholeheartedly in acknowledging, processing, and identifying triggers and being honest with our mates about what "our new normal," looks like and how external stressors add to marriage conflict. For those who are contemplating marriage, please consider having those difficult conversations in an effort to be proactive versus reactive. Finally, for families in conflict, consider making today the first day of changes, though small, that are needed to navigate into a better future.
(757) 260-3682 View (757) 260-3682
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Dr. Nickolas Spears
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223  (Online Only)
Nickolas Spears offers individual therapy, premarital and marital, couples counseling, as well as group therapy.
Dr. Nickolas Spears Jr is a therapist in the Richmond, Virginia community. He has a background in counseling, teaching, and humanitarian advocacy. He holds a Master's degree in Mental health and wellness counseling from New York University and Ph.d. in counselor education from Virginia Commonwealth University. At the heart of his work is helping individuals from underrepresented historically marginalized groups experience existential healing from generational trauma, and the development of tools to sustain freedom.
Nickolas Spears offers individual therapy, premarital and marital, couples counseling, as well as group therapy.
Dr. Nickolas Spears Jr is a therapist in the Richmond, Virginia community. He has a background in counseling, teaching, and humanitarian advocacy. He holds a Master's degree in Mental health and wellness counseling from New York University and Ph.d. in counselor education from Virginia Commonwealth University. At the heart of his work is helping individuals from underrepresented historically marginalized groups experience existential healing from generational trauma, and the development of tools to sustain freedom.
(804) 331-2607 View (804) 331-2607
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Move in Faith Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23222  (Online Only)
Are you seeking to overcome challenges and cultivate a positive outlook on life? Whether facing stagnation, life transitions, anxiety, depression, leadership hurdles, faith/spiritual guidance, parenting concerns, communication barriers, grief, identity issues, marital conflicts, or navigating life, let's collaborate on your goals. Together, we'll navigate from your current situation to a place of hope, joy, faith, and determination.
Are you seeking to overcome challenges and cultivate a positive outlook on life? Whether facing stagnation, life transitions, anxiety, depression, leadership hurdles, faith/spiritual guidance, parenting concerns, communication barriers, grief, identity issues, marital conflicts, or navigating life, let's collaborate on your goals. Together, we'll navigate from your current situation to a place of hope, joy, faith, and determination.
(804) 494-4323 View (804) 494-4323
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Gary Wardlaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Marriage is on the rocks? Single and wanting to explore dating? It is never too late to learn about attachment styles – both yours and your partners! And though my love for couples runs deep, I'm equally as passionate to work with individuals who want to explore and strengthen important relationships – whether it be with a parent, boss, friend, or God.
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
Marriage is on the rocks? Single and wanting to explore dating? It is never too late to learn about attachment styles – both yours and your partners! And though my love for couples runs deep, I'm equally as passionate to work with individuals who want to explore and strengthen important relationships – whether it be with a parent, boss, friend, or God.
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
(434) 290-4304 View (434) 290-4304
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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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Dr. Selisha Nelson
PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23234
Clinical experience in the following modalities: Trauma treatment, Somatic Experiencing, Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Art/Play therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), Attachment, Couples/Marriage therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Intensive evidence-based treatments for a myriad of challenging mental health disorders.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a passion for helping others on their journeys to healing, self-discovery, and growth. I have experience working with youth, adolescents, and adults providing individual, family, and couples therapy. Psychological assessments are also provided. I have obtained advanced training in trauma treatment, which includes various modalities such as art/play therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and EMDR. I have over 14 years of experience working in community mental health, alternative school settings, residential treatment, outpatient settings, and correctional facilities.
Clinical experience in the following modalities: Trauma treatment, Somatic Experiencing, Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Art/Play therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), Attachment, Couples/Marriage therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Intensive evidence-based treatments for a myriad of challenging mental health disorders.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a passion for helping others on their journeys to healing, self-discovery, and growth. I have experience working with youth, adolescents, and adults providing individual, family, and couples therapy. Psychological assessments are also provided. I have obtained advanced training in trauma treatment, which includes various modalities such as art/play therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and EMDR. I have over 14 years of experience working in community mental health, alternative school settings, residential treatment, outpatient settings, and correctional facilities.
(804) 293-3211 View (804) 293-3211
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Innovations in Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
Are you living your best life? Do you even know what that might look like? How do you really feel behind the profile pics and hashtags? Are you in need of connection, support, motivation or tools to help you figure it all out? You are not alone and change is possible. Innovations in Counseling works hard with you, drawing out your strengths and making sure that you walk away equipped to conquer your life, your demons and your goals. Individual and couples therapy is available for GA, IN and VA residence. Pre-marital and marital counseling, life coaching and Consulting is available everywhere.
Are you living your best life? Do you even know what that might look like? How do you really feel behind the profile pics and hashtags? Are you in need of connection, support, motivation or tools to help you figure it all out? You are not alone and change is possible. Innovations in Counseling works hard with you, drawing out your strengths and making sure that you walk away equipped to conquer your life, your demons and your goals. Individual and couples therapy is available for GA, IN and VA residence. Pre-marital and marital counseling, life coaching and Consulting is available everywhere.
(770) 285-1543 View (770) 285-1543
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Kristel Byrd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225  (Online Only)
Hi, My name is Kristel. I am an LCSW who provides talk therapy via Telehealth. I am a multifaceted individual with a deep well of life experiences that inform my perspective. As a former military brat and spouse, I've intimately understood the complexities of life's transitions. My journey has taken me from being a stay-at-home mom to transitioning back into the workforce, granting me a unique appreciation for both roles.
Hi, My name is Kristel. I am an LCSW who provides talk therapy via Telehealth. I am a multifaceted individual with a deep well of life experiences that inform my perspective. As a former military brat and spouse, I've intimately understood the complexities of life's transitions. My journey has taken me from being a stay-at-home mom to transitioning back into the workforce, granting me a unique appreciation for both roles.
(804) 373-7631 View (804) 373-7631
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Denise M Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23219  (Online Only)
Making the first step is the most difficult but the most rewarding. Do you possess an open mind? Do you desire personal growth? Have you started to think that "something has to change?" I am here for you. Let us explore your full potential with a goal-oriented mindset.
Making the first step is the most difficult but the most rewarding. Do you possess an open mind? Do you desire personal growth? Have you started to think that "something has to change?" I am here for you. Let us explore your full potential with a goal-oriented mindset.
(804) 376-8677 View (804) 376-8677
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Jahnnae Peeples
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
Are you struggling with navigating your relationship? Are you struggling with the things happening in your life? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, you’re in the right place. I would love to talk with you! I strive to create a warm, welcoming, therapeutic space that allows your authenticity to shine.
Are you struggling with navigating your relationship? Are you struggling with the things happening in your life? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, you’re in the right place. I would love to talk with you! I strive to create a warm, welcoming, therapeutic space that allows your authenticity to shine.
(804) 635-2562 View (804) 635-2562
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Trinity Care
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP T
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23235
Helping clients become the best version of themselves through building a comfortable and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance. Welcoming diverse clients from every walk of life.
Helping clients become the best version of themselves through building a comfortable and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance. Welcoming diverse clients from every walk of life.
(804) 259-0250 View (804) 259-0250
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Michelle Gorden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23234
Hi, I'm Michelle Gorden, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I specialize in treating mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My background is diverse and supports my ability to help my clients reach their highest potential. I strive to work collaboratively with each client in a non-judgmental space to improve overall happiness and well-being. Counseling can help you with many stressors in life such as anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, family conflict, and self-exploration.
Hi, I'm Michelle Gorden, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I specialize in treating mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My background is diverse and supports my ability to help my clients reach their highest potential. I strive to work collaboratively with each client in a non-judgmental space to improve overall happiness and well-being. Counseling can help you with many stressors in life such as anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, family conflict, and self-exploration.
(804) 429-1007 View (804) 429-1007
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Yvette Coronado
Registered Psychotherapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220
Our physical, mental, and spiritual/relational health are priorities. Walk & Talks! A dose of nature, movement, and therapeutic support in Richmond's green spaces! Children, teens, and young adults feeling stuck. Parents and elders feeling isolated or anxious. + YVETTE is fully trained in EMDR for trauma and stress. Decrease negative thinking, interactions, and habits. Increase the peace and enjoyment even the bliss of life. You will receive practice and tools for a better life experience. You will let go of old beliefs and expand and create new ones! Welcome ALL - PoC, LGBTQ+, artists, poly, and kink! SUPERvisor certified.
Our physical, mental, and spiritual/relational health are priorities. Walk & Talks! A dose of nature, movement, and therapeutic support in Richmond's green spaces! Children, teens, and young adults feeling stuck. Parents and elders feeling isolated or anxious. + YVETTE is fully trained in EMDR for trauma and stress. Decrease negative thinking, interactions, and habits. Increase the peace and enjoyment even the bliss of life. You will receive practice and tools for a better life experience. You will let go of old beliefs and expand and create new ones! Welcome ALL - PoC, LGBTQ+, artists, poly, and kink! SUPERvisor certified.
(804) 409-0268 View (804) 409-0268
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Tamara C Hill
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, BCB
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223
I have worked with a wide range of mental wellness obstacles - including anxiety, depression, career shifts, health concerns, life changes, grief, sexuality and gender topics. It is my opinion that our goal is to be able to face these obstacles life presents us in a way that feels comfortable and in-line with who we want to be.
I have worked with a wide range of mental wellness obstacles - including anxiety, depression, career shifts, health concerns, life changes, grief, sexuality and gender topics. It is my opinion that our goal is to be able to face these obstacles life presents us in a way that feels comfortable and in-line with who we want to be.
(844) 945-2811 View (844) 945-2811
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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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Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC
QMHP-A, QMHP-C , CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23232
The mission of Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC is to cultivate and create a coaching atmosphere that will help individuals identify the desires of their lives without continual contemplation. As your professional life coach, I desire to help you bridge the gap between your reality and the visionary plan you have for your life. I specialize in clinical, spiritual, and holistic life coaching. I am committed to serving diverse populations of adolescents and adults across all genders, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses. Offering personal, parenting/family, confidence, transitional, and Christian coaching.
The mission of Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC is to cultivate and create a coaching atmosphere that will help individuals identify the desires of their lives without continual contemplation. As your professional life coach, I desire to help you bridge the gap between your reality and the visionary plan you have for your life. I specialize in clinical, spiritual, and holistic life coaching. I am committed to serving diverse populations of adolescents and adults across all genders, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses. Offering personal, parenting/family, confidence, transitional, and Christian coaching.
(804) 207-7513 View (804) 207-7513
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Edica Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23235
My name is Edica Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach is client-centered; together, we determine the best intervention to support this journey. I treat a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, anger, self-esteem, and familial/relationship issues. I currently work with active duty military personnel, adults, and adolescents 16+. I am comfortable with treating clients with PTSD, complex trauma, relational issues, depression, anxiety, phobias, domestic violence/sexual assault survivors, anger, and self-esteem issues.
My name is Edica Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach is client-centered; together, we determine the best intervention to support this journey. I treat a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, anger, self-esteem, and familial/relationship issues. I currently work with active duty military personnel, adults, and adolescents 16+. I am comfortable with treating clients with PTSD, complex trauma, relational issues, depression, anxiety, phobias, domestic violence/sexual assault survivors, anger, and self-esteem issues.
(804) 626-5488 View (804) 626-5488
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Newzaira Khan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23225  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Newzaira, which translates to someone who sees's the good in others. Do you feel that at times you struggle with finding a deeper meaning in life? Or that little things can trigger a large emotional response? Is it hard to draw kindness to your experiences and others around you?
Hello! My name is Newzaira, which translates to someone who sees's the good in others. Do you feel that at times you struggle with finding a deeper meaning in life? Or that little things can trigger a large emotional response? Is it hard to draw kindness to your experiences and others around you?
(804) 587-8104 View (804) 587-8104
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.