Prolonged Exposure Therapy in Cape Charles, VA

I have been practicing clinical social work for more than 14 years. Focusing on work with children, adolescents and families, I completed clinical rotations throughout New York City before relocating to Hampton Roads in 2008. In Norfolk, I was hired at Children’s Hospital of the Kings Daughters to support and aid children and their families dealing with chronic and life changing illnesses. Since then, and for over a decade, I have been embedded with the Navy, with a primary focus on the wellbeing of those serving as tactical specialists in Naval Special Warfare. In private practice I work with people looking for balance in life.

I have over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and groups. I work with individuals with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addiction, Substance Abuse,Trauma, Self-Esteem, Bereavement, ADHD, Bipolar, Suicide Ideations and other mental health and addiction issues. I have extensive experience with individuals in and out of therapeutic communities, half-way houses, psychiatric hospitals, group homes and jails/brig.

I offer a broad range of psychological services to adults and adolescents of all ages. I have been a practicing, Licensed Clinical Psychologist since 1997. My approach to therapy and counseling is integrative, meaning I provide a blend of cutting edge, evidence-based therapies and interventions which are matched to the specific problems and the needs of the client. My approach is affirming and open and I am experienced working with people from diverse backgrounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation and religious persuasion. I am committed to helping clients find a true and lasting sense of wholeness and well-being.

Are you struggling with anxiety? Have you experienced trauma? Do you find that fears, intrusive thoughts, and repetitive behaviors are stopping you from living your life? If the answer is yes to any of those, I'd like to help. Hi, I'm Katherine, and I specialize in treating PTSD and OCD using the gold standard approaches: Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. Both structured treatments are designed to get you specific results without needing years of therapy. If you're curious, book a free phone or video consultation or an appointment with me at www.manifestwellnesscounseling.org

My name is Tommy Saunders. Please call me Tommy. I am a licensed therapist with 10 years of experience working with adults. I have worked with a wide variety of individuals experiencing many different types of mental health issues, but my specialties include trauma, PTSD, and substance abuse. I also have experience working with the active-duty military and veteran population. I am trained in Prolonged Exposure therapy for my clients with trauma, and I always use a client-centered approach. I believe that therapy is most effective when it feels like a normal conversation.

It takes strength to admit our need for help. It is my privilege to be a collaborator with you on this journey. While treatment is unique for each client, I tailor my approach to your individual needs and background. My sessions integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and motivational enhancement techniques to facilitate necessary changes. I desire to offer a safe place that allows you to feel accepted, safe, and supported.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker i Virginia with over 20 years of experience working as a Psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, woman's issues, career challenges, OCD. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma and abuse issues. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 20 years of experience as a mental health provider. I currently serve as the Executive Director of a non-profit community outpatient mental health clinic. I also do a lot of behavioral health consulting and teaching as an adjunct instructor at the colleges in the area. In addition, I provide clinical mental health supervision to private agencies, counseling interns and those seeking professional licensure within the state.

From the outside looking in, you are tough, resilient and there is nothing you can't manage on your own. But inwardly, you feel consumed by anxiety, hindered from memories of the past on constant replay and intrusive thoughts about the future interrupting your concentration on other things. Your sleep is imbalanced and you feel little to no motivation to care for yourself in small basic ways each day. You feel overwhelmed by life's expectations and are starting to avoid the people, places and activities that used to make you smile! You want change, to feel happy with your choices, and to be fulfilled with yourself once more.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in mindfulness and acceptance based therapies. I help my clients become more aware of their thoughts and emotions and to learn how to manage them in a way that creates a sense of peace and freedom. I try to balance processed based therapy with skills training in order to give space for insight development but also to teach practical tools for managing distress. With a strong emphasis on values clarification, I help clients discover what is truly meaningful in their lives and work together to find ways to make active, long lasting change.

My role as a therapist is to provide an environment that is inviting and beneficial to you.  That means that, at all times, I will accept you as you are and be respectful of your rights, your time, and your position as architect and navigator of your own journey.  I will continually work to build and establish trust with you, being transparent and genuine during our interactions, so that you feel safe and comfortable enough to do the very important work ahead of you.

I hold dual licensure in Virginia as a counselor and clinical psychologist. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations in various clinical settings. My clinical experience has encompassed many psychotherapy treatment modalities as well as expertise in psychotherapy and psychological testing assessments for both adolescents and adults. I offer quality, specialized, and in-depth psychological services, in a safe and comfortable setting, to as many individuals as are willing to show up for themselves, roll up their sleeves and dive into the intensive work of healing.

"Instead of saying I'm damaged, I'm broken, say I'm healing, I'm rediscovering myself, I'm starting over."- The Healing Place. Oftentimes we find ourselves having negative thoughts or making self-disparaging statements, not realizing the impact it has our everyday life. By coming to therapy, we will work on changing these thought patterns and improving your overall outlook on life. Additionally, we will examine past trauma or underlying causes that may be affecting your ability to function and work towards reducing and/or resolving the impact of the underlying problems on your overall functioning.

I treat adult clients in CA and VA via telehealth and have availability as of this week. Are you struggling with obsessive thoughts or anxiety? I specialize in OCD and anxiety disorders and work with my clients in a non-judgmental and empathic manner. I want you to feel understood and have a different relationship with your thoughts while adapting old coping skills that aren't working for you anymore. I also want to help you identify and connect with your values. I use evidenced based treatments and offer a variety of different techniques so you can have options that fit your individual needs.

I have been a clinical psychologist since 1999,primarily working in the areas of PTSD, mood disorders, family conflict, crisis intervention, conduct disorders in children and adolescents, and addiction. In addition, I have specialized training in the treatment of PTSD in a wide range of populations. Specifically, I have been trained in and provided Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure, both evidenced based treatments for PTSD.

As a collaborative therapist, my focus is on meeting the client where they are and helping them identify goals in treatment that will allow them to achieve optimum functioning in their lives. I have had experience in a variety of treatment settings which allows me to work with clients presenting with an array of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, life transitions, existential crisis, exploring spirituality, grief and loss, low self-image, and health concerns. I also enjoy working with individuals looking to find meaning and a sense of connection in their lives.

With over 25 years experience as a therapist, I understand the importance of finding a welcoming space for therapy. Often people cope with stress in ways that can cause long-term problems. Whether you struggle with instability in your relationships, have mood swings, or addiction issues, therapy can help you learn more effective ways of coping, allowing you to be more effective and reduce suffering in your life. I specialize in treating individuals with various mental health concerns, including borderline personality disorder (BPD), addiction, LGBTQIA+ related issues, depression, OCT, trauma, and/or anxiety.

Are anxiety and stress interfering in your life? I would like to help. I specialize in treating OCD (harm OCD, health OCD, relationship OCD, just right OCD, and more). I am also a trauma specialist working with all forms of trauma and PTSD. I help people resolve their past trauma, invalidation, and unhelpful teachings/thinking processes so that they can leave their baggage behind and proceed as they wish into their relationships and life goals. I also treat depression, anxiety, panic, generalized worry, rumination, relationship issues, unhealthy coping behaviors, or even just managing every day stressors.

As a psychologist there is nothing I love more than helping people who are ready to learn new ways of coping to make meaningful changes in their lives! I have three areas of expertise. I provide private, specialized, and personalized Cognitive-Behavioral and Mindfulness-Based therapies for anxiety and depression. I am passionate about working with LGBTQ+ adults in therapy to create an affirming, therapeutic space for working on LGBTQ+ specific or general mental health concerns, such as anxiety or depression. I love helping transgender adults develop a healthy, positive identity as a trans person and navigate transition.