Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA
Nailah Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (Online Only)
Nailah earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She specializes in anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, sex education, intimacy issues, paraphilias, LGBTQIA2S+ community, trauma, gender dysphoria, transgender, the entire spectrum of sexuality and gender constructs.
Nailah earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She specializes in anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, sex education, intimacy issues, paraphilias, LGBTQIA2S+ community, trauma, gender dysphoria, transgender, the entire spectrum of sexuality and gender constructs.
Amy Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (Online Only)
Do you wake up at night and can't go back to sleep? Do you wake up and dread starting another day? Many of my clients need help with depression, PTSD, anxiety, panic attacks, emotional & narcissistic abuse, and relationship issues. I have over 10 years of experience with children, families, teenagers, couples, and adults. I will help you or your family member access the strengths that have been overshadowed by life's challenges. I also specialize in couples and marital therapy. Call me before you call your lawyer.
Do you wake up at night and can't go back to sleep? Do you wake up and dread starting another day? Many of my clients need help with depression, PTSD, anxiety, panic attacks, emotional & narcissistic abuse, and relationship issues. I have over 10 years of experience with children, families, teenagers, couples, and adults. I will help you or your family member access the strengths that have been overshadowed by life's challenges. I also specialize in couples and marital therapy. Call me before you call your lawyer.
Phoenix Mental Health Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, NCSC, RPT
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (Online Only)
I treat children, adolescents, couples and families (from ages 6 to 60) .There are many problems affecting children, adolescents, families and couples today. The stress of contemporary life sometimes becomes overwhelming and can result in anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, alcohol and other addictive issues, marital conflict, infidelity, sibling conflict and financial concerns. My interventions are based on evidence-based practices which empirically demonstrated that when used they work by increasing coping skills, self-sufficiency, and overcome self-defeating behaviors.
I treat children, adolescents, couples and families (from ages 6 to 60) .There are many problems affecting children, adolescents, families and couples today. The stress of contemporary life sometimes becomes overwhelming and can result in anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, alcohol and other addictive issues, marital conflict, infidelity, sibling conflict and financial concerns. My interventions are based on evidence-based practices which empirically demonstrated that when used they work by increasing coping skills, self-sufficiency, and overcome self-defeating behaviors.
Lauren Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23450 (Online Only)
Is your anxiety/OCD keeping you stuck in a cycle of fear & avoidance? My mission is to help trauma survivors from the neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, & non-monogamous communities learn how to get unstuck, break free from fear, & live according to your values. Is your trauma history impacting your mental health & relationships? Are you looking for support to help you better understand your neurotype or identity? Whatever your journey is, I'm here to come alongside you!
Is your anxiety/OCD keeping you stuck in a cycle of fear & avoidance? My mission is to help trauma survivors from the neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, & non-monogamous communities learn how to get unstuck, break free from fear, & live according to your values. Is your trauma history impacting your mental health & relationships? Are you looking for support to help you better understand your neurotype or identity? Whatever your journey is, I'm here to come alongside you!
Bianca R Augustine
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CCTP, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia and a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP). I recognize that each of us have a unique set of strengths, as well as unique challenges. Sometimes it is helpful to get an outsider’s perspective and assistance to help us navigate life’s challenges and to assist us in steering our life in the desired direction. That’s where I come in! I provide collaborative therapy, in which we use your values and desires to develop a plan towards a more balanced, pleasant life!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia and a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP). I recognize that each of us have a unique set of strengths, as well as unique challenges. Sometimes it is helpful to get an outsider’s perspective and assistance to help us navigate life’s challenges and to assist us in steering our life in the desired direction. That’s where I come in! I provide collaborative therapy, in which we use your values and desires to develop a plan towards a more balanced, pleasant life!
Amy Echstenkamper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Waitlist for new clients
If you are here it is likely that you've come to a place where you feel disconnected or overwhelmed, but recognize the need to begin addressing those things. That is a brave and courageous step and I'd feel honored to assist you in that journey. Whatever you are experiencing, be that anxiety, depression, trauma, a sense of isolation, social/familial rejection, or estrangement, it's my goal to help you feel more secure: connected to yourself and others. I wholeheartedly believe in providing a supportive therapeutic environment that allows my clients to safely explore and integrate the many unique and essential parts of themselves.
If you are here it is likely that you've come to a place where you feel disconnected or overwhelmed, but recognize the need to begin addressing those things. That is a brave and courageous step and I'd feel honored to assist you in that journey. Whatever you are experiencing, be that anxiety, depression, trauma, a sense of isolation, social/familial rejection, or estrangement, it's my goal to help you feel more secure: connected to yourself and others. I wholeheartedly believe in providing a supportive therapeutic environment that allows my clients to safely explore and integrate the many unique and essential parts of themselves.
Angel M Phillips
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with a variety of clients from different background with varying needs. My ideal client is someone who is looking to develop a working relationship with someone they can trust. I am very passionate about having a safe, non-judgmental space where my client is able to share openly with me. I like to make a plan collaboratively with my client to help identify their goals and deepen their understanding of themselves. I am experienced working with a variety of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have experience with pre and post operative weight loss surgery topics. I have had LGBTQ+ ally training.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients from different background with varying needs. My ideal client is someone who is looking to develop a working relationship with someone they can trust. I am very passionate about having a safe, non-judgmental space where my client is able to share openly with me. I like to make a plan collaboratively with my client to help identify their goals and deepen their understanding of themselves. I am experienced working with a variety of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have experience with pre and post operative weight loss surgery topics. I have had LGBTQ+ ally training.
Hayley Scanlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
I am a LPC who specializes in working with young adults navigating life transitions such as graduation, independence, and changing relationships. I have over 8 years of experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma and in supporting clients as they face stressors associated with launching into adulthood.
I am a LPC who specializes in working with young adults navigating life transitions such as graduation, independence, and changing relationships. I have over 8 years of experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma and in supporting clients as they face stressors associated with launching into adulthood.
Cara Ruth Weed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.
As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.
Jenny Pfeiffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Life Coach. My approach to therapy is to help clients identify, understand, and ultimately change the areas in their lives that have contributed to emotional and relationship pain. I deeply believe that to have the breakthrough we need in current relationships we must understand our history and how it profoundly colors and impacts us as adults. Once we learn to own our history, it no longer owns us.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Life Coach. My approach to therapy is to help clients identify, understand, and ultimately change the areas in their lives that have contributed to emotional and relationship pain. I deeply believe that to have the breakthrough we need in current relationships we must understand our history and how it profoundly colors and impacts us as adults. Once we learn to own our history, it no longer owns us.
Family Guidance Centers - Telehealth
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Since 1980, Family Guidance Centers have provided counseling for adults, adolescents, children, and marriages. Our licensed therapists provide a wide array of therapy services. We are a steady, experienced group ready to join with you to build personal health.
Since 1980, Family Guidance Centers have provided counseling for adults, adolescents, children, and marriages. Our licensed therapists provide a wide array of therapy services. We are a steady, experienced group ready to join with you to build personal health.
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Madeleine Burgess
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Waitlist for new clients
I serve clients in Virginia, Colorado, and Texas. Are you working with challenging experiences and past traumas? The ways in which we choose to make meaning of these experiences are fundamentally personal choices. My approach is non-judgmental. I offer traditional psychotherapy, EMDR, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) and psychedelic integration therapy.
I serve clients in Virginia, Colorado, and Texas. Are you working with challenging experiences and past traumas? The ways in which we choose to make meaning of these experiences are fundamentally personal choices. My approach is non-judgmental. I offer traditional psychotherapy, EMDR, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) and psychedelic integration therapy.
Christie Huse
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Therapist: Your partner has complained that you never buy her flowers, what do you say to that? Patient: To be honest, I had no idea my partner even sold flowers. :) I am passionate about helping individuals and couples work through their problems and cope with life's struggles with a positive and humorous approach. My goal is to alleviate suffering due to trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. LGBTQ+, ENM, and Poly allied and supported :).
Therapist: Your partner has complained that you never buy her flowers, what do you say to that? Patient: To be honest, I had no idea my partner even sold flowers. :) I am passionate about helping individuals and couples work through their problems and cope with life's struggles with a positive and humorous approach. My goal is to alleviate suffering due to trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. LGBTQ+, ENM, and Poly allied and supported :).
Dr. Margretta F Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CGP
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23455 (Online Only)
Sometimes in life it can be difficult to find your path of growth due to past, current or unforeseen stressors. I like to think of therapy as us having a casual conversation that ebbs and flows based on where you are in that moment. It can seem intimidating but I am here to tell you that you will not go through this journey of growth alone. I want you to reach whatever goals and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible, and experiencing yourself in new ways.
Sometimes in life it can be difficult to find your path of growth due to past, current or unforeseen stressors. I like to think of therapy as us having a casual conversation that ebbs and flows based on where you are in that moment. It can seem intimidating but I am here to tell you that you will not go through this journey of growth alone. I want you to reach whatever goals and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible, and experiencing yourself in new ways.
Julie Vogel
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
My specialties are trauma, family of origin issues, women's issues, parenting, spiritual issues, LGBT, and mood issues, including stress and anger. I pride myself on being an advocate for those who appear to have no voice in our society whether it is due to mental illness, economics, race or culture.
My specialties are trauma, family of origin issues, women's issues, parenting, spiritual issues, LGBT, and mood issues, including stress and anger. I pride myself on being an advocate for those who appear to have no voice in our society whether it is due to mental illness, economics, race or culture.
Jennifer E. Black
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Yoga Instructor (RYT-500) who is invigorated by supporting people seeking guidance and healing to improve their quality of life. My academic and career experience has centered the therapeutic needs of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, survivors of trauma, as well as persons managing life transitions including relationship distress, grief and loss. I have also worked closely with military service members and their families across all branches and served as a deployed counselor for several years. Additionally, I provide supervision to people seeking clinical social work licensure.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Yoga Instructor (RYT-500) who is invigorated by supporting people seeking guidance and healing to improve their quality of life. My academic and career experience has centered the therapeutic needs of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, survivors of trauma, as well as persons managing life transitions including relationship distress, grief and loss. I have also worked closely with military service members and their families across all branches and served as a deployed counselor for several years. Additionally, I provide supervision to people seeking clinical social work licensure.
Kathleen Elizabeth Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
I have over eight years of experience working in the mental health field with a variety of diverse populations. I believe in the incorporation of multicultural awareness and cultural humility in all aspects of my clinical work. I apply a CBT theoretical foundation to therapy incorporating strengths-based approaches, positive psychology, and mindfulness practices. I work to provide clients with a safe space in which to explore their current concerns, unpack their personal history, and positively develop their identity.
I have over eight years of experience working in the mental health field with a variety of diverse populations. I believe in the incorporation of multicultural awareness and cultural humility in all aspects of my clinical work. I apply a CBT theoretical foundation to therapy incorporating strengths-based approaches, positive psychology, and mindfulness practices. I work to provide clients with a safe space in which to explore their current concerns, unpack their personal history, and positively develop their identity.
Christina L. Patac
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients via telehealth, for adults, teens, and children ages 10+ providing a comprehensive perspective on the human experience across various life stages and transitions. With a commitment to fostering a safe, transparent, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment for processing, reflection, and learning, I meet clients where they are, tailoring the therapy approach to one's individual needs.
Now accepting new clients via telehealth, for adults, teens, and children ages 10+ providing a comprehensive perspective on the human experience across various life stages and transitions. With a commitment to fostering a safe, transparent, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment for processing, reflection, and learning, I meet clients where they are, tailoring the therapy approach to one's individual needs.
Christina Loretta Patac
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients for telehealth. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (VA 0701013457) and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (VA 0710103621), practicing in Virginia. I have a collaborative approach in helping to discovering better ways to cope and navigate in overcoming life’s challenges, in a safe and supportive space. My foundation in a therapeutic approach is Person Centered, utilizing coinciding techniques as seen fit to one’s individual needs.
Now accepting new clients for telehealth. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (VA 0701013457) and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (VA 0710103621), practicing in Virginia. I have a collaborative approach in helping to discovering better ways to cope and navigate in overcoming life’s challenges, in a safe and supportive space. My foundation in a therapeutic approach is Person Centered, utilizing coinciding techniques as seen fit to one’s individual needs.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.