Female Therapists in Amissville, VA
As cheesy as it may sound, I've known that being a therapist was my calling from the time I was 16 years old and took my very first psychology class. In the many years since, I have been honored to walk through life's highs and lows and everything in between with my clients. In past career iterations, I have worked in a hospital as a medical social worker and case manager, and then as a therapist at a Partial Hospitalization Program. These experiences have helped to shape my worldview and practice, as a clinician and as a person. Being a therapist is truly my dream job, and I am so proud to be here doing it.
As cheesy as it may sound, I've known that being a therapist was my calling from the time I was 16 years old and took my very first psychology class. In the many years since, I have been honored to walk through life's highs and lows and everything in between with my clients. In past career iterations, I have worked in a hospital as a medical social worker and case manager, and then as a therapist at a Partial Hospitalization Program. These experiences have helped to shape my worldview and practice, as a clinician and as a person. Being a therapist is truly my dream job, and I am so proud to be here doing it.
Welcome! I am Yulia, a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Virginia, Alabama, and Missouri with over 8 years of experience in mental health in a variety of settings. I am here to help you overcome challenges that you are currently facing.
Welcome! I am Yulia, a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Virginia, Alabama, and Missouri with over 8 years of experience in mental health in a variety of settings. I am here to help you overcome challenges that you are currently facing.
My approach to therapy is culturally sensitive, client-focused, and solution-based. The framework I use is CBT and SMART goals. I am also clear and transparent with my clients. The first session will be a true listening session to understand your concerns and develop a treatment that works for you. You will feel respected/understood through my client-focused approach to addressing your concerns.
My approach to therapy is culturally sensitive, client-focused, and solution-based. The framework I use is CBT and SMART goals. I am also clear and transparent with my clients. The first session will be a true listening session to understand your concerns and develop a treatment that works for you. You will feel respected/understood through my client-focused approach to addressing your concerns.
I specialize in trauma/abuse, anxiety/stress, parenting challenges, coping with life changes, and have extensive experience supporting individuals living with serious mental illness. My passion is helping people navigate through life transitions while building self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. I have nine years of experience in the mental health field.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family, relaxing at the beach, gardening, camping, and experimenting with new vegan recipes in the kitchen.
I specialize in trauma/abuse, anxiety/stress, parenting challenges, coping with life changes, and have extensive experience supporting individuals living with serious mental illness. My passion is helping people navigate through life transitions while building self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. I have nine years of experience in the mental health field.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family, relaxing at the beach, gardening, camping, and experimenting with new vegan recipes in the kitchen.
I’m Michelle Swanson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. I work with adults to address various issues, including bipolar disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and personality disorders. I also assist with concerns such as grief and loss, relationship issues, chronic illness, and peripartum anxiety and depression. My background includes community mental health, inpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, disaster response, and medical social work, with additional expertise in working with veterans, seniors, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I’m Michelle Swanson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. I work with adults to address various issues, including bipolar disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and personality disorders. I also assist with concerns such as grief and loss, relationship issues, chronic illness, and peripartum anxiety and depression. My background includes community mental health, inpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, disaster response, and medical social work, with additional expertise in working with veterans, seniors, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am Ophelia Boadi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I am an experienced Children and Family Mental Health Therapist with a history of working in the field since 2010 in nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, individual/family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy based on research studies to help children and families meet their goals in treatment.
I am Ophelia Boadi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I am an experienced Children and Family Mental Health Therapist with a history of working in the field since 2010 in nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, individual/family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy based on research studies to help children and families meet their goals in treatment.
I am Lisa Swann, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia, and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Addiction Counselor II in the District of Columbia for the last 9 years. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). My specialties include depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, sexual trauma, substance abuse, support recovery, grief and loss, low self-esteem, chronic pain, and more. I hold a Bachelor’s in Human Development & Psychology and a Master’s in Counseling.
I am Lisa Swann, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia, and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Addiction Counselor II in the District of Columbia for the last 9 years. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). My specialties include depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, sexual trauma, substance abuse, support recovery, grief and loss, low self-esteem, chronic pain, and more. I hold a Bachelor’s in Human Development & Psychology and a Master’s in Counseling.
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Now accepting new Aetna clients! Being a human can be really hard sometimes. Maybe it’s hard because there’s an area in our lives where we struggle, like in our careers or relationships. Perhaps, we’ve experienced some painful times that we haven’t fully healed from or find ourselves engaging in problematic behaviors. Whatever our struggles, I’ve found that psychotherapy can help reduce our suffering and help connect us to the joy of being alive.
Now accepting new Aetna clients! Being a human can be really hard sometimes. Maybe it’s hard because there’s an area in our lives where we struggle, like in our careers or relationships. Perhaps, we’ve experienced some painful times that we haven’t fully healed from or find ourselves engaging in problematic behaviors. Whatever our struggles, I’ve found that psychotherapy can help reduce our suffering and help connect us to the joy of being alive.
Joanna Leigh Macias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, or relationship issues. They seek a supportive space to heal, grow, and develop coping strategies. Their goal is to improve emotional well-being, build resilience, and create a more balanced life through therapy.
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, or relationship issues. They seek a supportive space to heal, grow, and develop coping strategies. Their goal is to improve emotional well-being, build resilience, and create a more balanced life through therapy.
Something has to change, you can feel it, even if you can't name it yet. I work with adults and adolescents carrying anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, grief, or the weight of a life that no longer fits. Many of my clients are LGBTQIA+ or neurodivergent individuals seeking a space where they're truly seen and never have to explain themselves.
Something has to change, you can feel it, even if you can't name it yet. I work with adults and adolescents carrying anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, grief, or the weight of a life that no longer fits. Many of my clients are LGBTQIA+ or neurodivergent individuals seeking a space where they're truly seen and never have to explain themselves.
Same week assessments accepting Anthem, BCBS Sentara (commercial), Optum, Cigna, UHC, Carefirst, In-network KAISER, and AETNA. Licensed in VA and DC! Have some evenings open and weekends! Accepting same-day appointments via telehealth Virtual throughout VA and DC.. I used multiple modalities, including DBT, CBT and schema, ACT, Strength and Imago/communication-focused couples therapy, and multi-systemic and strategic family therapy. For 26 years, I have also done extensive substance use work. I work to match therapy to your needs and offer evenings and weekends. I look forward to meeting you!
Same week assessments accepting Anthem, BCBS Sentara (commercial), Optum, Cigna, UHC, Carefirst, In-network KAISER, and AETNA. Licensed in VA and DC! Have some evenings open and weekends! Accepting same-day appointments via telehealth Virtual throughout VA and DC.. I used multiple modalities, including DBT, CBT and schema, ACT, Strength and Imago/communication-focused couples therapy, and multi-systemic and strategic family therapy. For 26 years, I have also done extensive substance use work. I work to match therapy to your needs and offer evenings and weekends. I look forward to meeting you!
I am an EMDR informed therapist. I work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, including children, adolescents, young, middle-aged, older adults navigating different stages of life. I use collaborative approach to support clients facing relationship challenges, work-related stress, marriage and divorce, caregiver burnout, and grief. I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and empowered to explore challenges and growth at a pace that feels right for them.
I am an EMDR informed therapist. I work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, including children, adolescents, young, middle-aged, older adults navigating different stages of life. I use collaborative approach to support clients facing relationship challenges, work-related stress, marriage and divorce, caregiver burnout, and grief. I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and empowered to explore challenges and growth at a pace that feels right for them.
If you are looking for a clinician to help you overcome challenges, look no further. Sessions will consist of self-exploration and the development of skills you need for self-improvement. If you want to better understand and manage thoughts, emotions, or behaviors, you are in the right place. Sessions are uniquely shaped to help you achieve a sense of purpose and control over your life. By utilizing evidence-based practices, your mental health needs will be identified and addressed.
If you are looking for a clinician to help you overcome challenges, look no further. Sessions will consist of self-exploration and the development of skills you need for self-improvement. If you want to better understand and manage thoughts, emotions, or behaviors, you are in the right place. Sessions are uniquely shaped to help you achieve a sense of purpose and control over your life. By utilizing evidence-based practices, your mental health needs will be identified and addressed.
I’m an LCSW with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through life’s challenges. Therapy isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about feeling seen, heard, and supported as you work toward meaningful change. You don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to walk with you on your transformative journey.
I’m an LCSW with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through life’s challenges. Therapy isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about feeling seen, heard, and supported as you work toward meaningful change. You don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to walk with you on your transformative journey.
Hi there! I am an intern therapist dedicated to supporting adolescents and adults ages 14 and older. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered throughout the counseling process. My approach is grounded in person-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and collaboration, while also incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Hi there! I am an intern therapist dedicated to supporting adolescents and adults ages 14 and older. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered throughout the counseling process. My approach is grounded in person-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and collaboration, while also incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
To be seen and known by others is an incredible feeling of connection but it means being authentic and vulnerable. Sadly, we live in a time with the illusion of connection while being more disconnected than ever. You may feel disconnected from others and even from yourself. Though you are a gift to this world, it is often blocked and unexpressed. This may leave you feeling alone and invisible. The truth is, you may be starving for deeper connection and that starvation looks like depression, anxiety, stress, and more. When you are living disconnected, you are abandoning yourself.
To be seen and known by others is an incredible feeling of connection but it means being authentic and vulnerable. Sadly, we live in a time with the illusion of connection while being more disconnected than ever. You may feel disconnected from others and even from yourself. Though you are a gift to this world, it is often blocked and unexpressed. This may leave you feeling alone and invisible. The truth is, you may be starving for deeper connection and that starvation looks like depression, anxiety, stress, and more. When you are living disconnected, you are abandoning yourself.
Are you searching to embrace all of you? Have you experienced a traumatic event or lost a loved one due to health disparity, mental illness, experiencing racial conflict, divorce, high stressors, incarcerated, loss of a pet, etc.? Well, if so, I am here to meet you where you are. Have you questioned yourself and your answer is why? Together let's explore your "How?"
Are you searching to embrace all of you? Have you experienced a traumatic event or lost a loved one due to health disparity, mental illness, experiencing racial conflict, divorce, high stressors, incarcerated, loss of a pet, etc.? Well, if so, I am here to meet you where you are. Have you questioned yourself and your answer is why? Together let's explore your "How?"
Life can be difficult, but you don't need to struggle through it alone. I can help you cope with Stress, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, as well as Substance Use issues. I will help you resolve Male and/or Female Relationship issues as well as those "stuck" feelings or not knowing where you want to go in your life. Together, we can change your feelings of feeling Overwhelmed to one of confidently handling your life and its challenges. I will assist you in resolving the Traumas interfering with your current life plans.
Life can be difficult, but you don't need to struggle through it alone. I can help you cope with Stress, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, as well as Substance Use issues. I will help you resolve Male and/or Female Relationship issues as well as those "stuck" feelings or not knowing where you want to go in your life. Together, we can change your feelings of feeling Overwhelmed to one of confidently handling your life and its challenges. I will assist you in resolving the Traumas interfering with your current life plans.
I enjoy working with a variety of people who are invested in helping themselves. I believe that we all go through difficult times and working with a therapist can help us to handle the situation in the best way possible. I have experience in helping persons who are dealing with depression, anxiety, OCD, loss of a spouse, and many other life changing events.
I enjoy working with a variety of people who are invested in helping themselves. I believe that we all go through difficult times and working with a therapist can help us to handle the situation in the best way possible. I have experience in helping persons who are dealing with depression, anxiety, OCD, loss of a spouse, and many other life changing events.
Elizabeth B. Fraser (Betsy) obtained her Master's Degree in Social Work at George Mason University. Betsy believes in partnering with her clients to identify their own potential abilities and strengths in resolving their mental health concerns; to help them recognize their mental health challenges, and work to achieve their goals. Betsy is invested in an approach emphasizing an integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health, in her belief that there is no one aspect of an individual's life which cannot be improved upon in the search for increasing mental health well-being.
Elizabeth B. Fraser (Betsy) obtained her Master's Degree in Social Work at George Mason University. Betsy believes in partnering with her clients to identify their own potential abilities and strengths in resolving their mental health concerns; to help them recognize their mental health challenges, and work to achieve their goals. Betsy is invested in an approach emphasizing an integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health, in her belief that there is no one aspect of an individual's life which cannot be improved upon in the search for increasing mental health well-being.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.