Nyah
Resident in Counseling
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (757) 219-2611
Nyah's professional journey includes supporting university students and international clients, survivors of trauma, and individuals navigating substance use recovery. In every setting, Nyah fosters a space where clients feel genuinely seen, understood, and empowered to recognize their strengths and capacity for growth. Grounded in positive psychology, a strengths-based approach, and a growth mindset, she guides motivated individuals in cultivating sustainable habits, aligning choices with core values, and developing new ways of thinking that nurture growth.
Nyah spent 17 years living across Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands, experiences that inspired her curiosity, openness, and deep appreciation for cultural diversity. After returning to the U.S., she earned dual undergraduate degrees in English Education and Agricultural Sciences, followed by a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Nyah August, Resident in Counseling, is under the clinical supervision of Ebony Harrison, LPC-S, 2340 Commonwealth Drive, Ste 0101, Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-214-6556, while obtaining supervised post-master’s degree experience per the laws and regulations governing the practice of Counseling.
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Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Anthem HealthKeepers
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareFirst
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Virginia / 0704018542 Supervised by Ebony Harrison (Virginia / 0701010086) Nyah August
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- LGBTQ+
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Additional Location
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(757) 219-2611