Marriage Counseling Therapists in Buckingham County, VA
My name is Jonathan Maurer. I have been working in a psychiatric hospital with suicidal, psychotic, homicidal, and aggressive kids and their parents for the last 3 years. I enjoy learning about the experience of the human story.
My name is Jonathan Maurer. I have been working in a psychiatric hospital with suicidal, psychotic, homicidal, and aggressive kids and their parents for the last 3 years. I enjoy learning about the experience of the human story.
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD and addiction as well as couples with concerns related to their relationship.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia. I love working with couples experiencing relationship issues; veterans and individuals who need guidance managing their symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD and those struggling with addiction. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) as well as DBT certified. I want to take a moment to acknowledge your first step towards this empowering, confusing and possibly scary journey towards bettering your mental health.
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD and addiction as well as couples with concerns related to their relationship.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia. I love working with couples experiencing relationship issues; veterans and individuals who need guidance managing their symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD and those struggling with addiction. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) as well as DBT certified. I want to take a moment to acknowledge your first step towards this empowering, confusing and possibly scary journey towards bettering your mental health.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and older adults. While I use a variety of approaches (including AEDP, Existential Theory, Attachment Theory, EFT, and DBT), ultimately I like to let our work together inform which approach suits our time best. I am knowledgeable about trauma-informed practice and bring a lot of my own life experiences into the sessions, through my work as a teacher, professional firefighter, and professionaI musician.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and older adults. While I use a variety of approaches (including AEDP, Existential Theory, Attachment Theory, EFT, and DBT), ultimately I like to let our work together inform which approach suits our time best. I am knowledgeable about trauma-informed practice and bring a lot of my own life experiences into the sessions, through my work as a teacher, professional firefighter, and professionaI musician.
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My mission is to empower individuals, especially those within the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community, to emerge into their limitless potential by doing things differently, stepping outside the norm, and embracing unique paths to healing and growth. I offer compassionate, evidence-based mental health services to those 18 years of age and older by embracing new ways of thinking and healing. Does any of this resonate with you?
My mission is to empower individuals, especially those within the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community, to emerge into their limitless potential by doing things differently, stepping outside the norm, and embracing unique paths to healing and growth. I offer compassionate, evidence-based mental health services to those 18 years of age and older by embracing new ways of thinking and healing. Does any of this resonate with you?
Whether you are facing challenges with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, divorce, parenting or co-parenting, partner relationships, trauma recovery, career stressors or life transitions, there is hope.
Over the past twenty-eight years I have partnered with individuals, couples, adolescents and families in a variety of settings to include military installations both stateside and abroad, outpatient settings and treatment centers.
Whether you are facing challenges with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, divorce, parenting or co-parenting, partner relationships, trauma recovery, career stressors or life transitions, there is hope.
Over the past twenty-eight years I have partnered with individuals, couples, adolescents and families in a variety of settings to include military installations both stateside and abroad, outpatient settings and treatment centers.
I know how important it is to have someone who will listen. I enjoy hearing others life experience, walking alongside them in vulnerable moments, and having authentic moments of honesty, openness, and healing. The goal of counseling is not knowing everything at the start (or even the finish!) but being willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to share. I enjoy helping others gain understanding about themselves and their world, make progress towards their life goals, and feel more stable in their actions and direction. I look forward to helping you with skills and knowledge that you will act on between sessions and beyond.
I know how important it is to have someone who will listen. I enjoy hearing others life experience, walking alongside them in vulnerable moments, and having authentic moments of honesty, openness, and healing. The goal of counseling is not knowing everything at the start (or even the finish!) but being willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to share. I enjoy helping others gain understanding about themselves and their world, make progress towards their life goals, and feel more stable in their actions and direction. I look forward to helping you with skills and knowledge that you will act on between sessions and beyond.
I offer primarily ADHD assessments, individual therapy, and couples work using innovative approaches such as Imago Therapy.
I specialize in ADHD Testing, Neuropsychology, hypnosis, Imago therapy, and cognitive behavioral techniques. We can provide psychological assessments remotely making this process seamless. Psychological testing can aid in developing strategies to leverage strengths and plan for any identified weaknesses, particularly in the area of ADHD for adults over 18.
I offer primarily ADHD assessments, individual therapy, and couples work using innovative approaches such as Imago Therapy.
I specialize in ADHD Testing, Neuropsychology, hypnosis, Imago therapy, and cognitive behavioral techniques. We can provide psychological assessments remotely making this process seamless. Psychological testing can aid in developing strategies to leverage strengths and plan for any identified weaknesses, particularly in the area of ADHD for adults over 18.
I have diverse experience in group therapy, individual therapy, and couple's counseling.
My specialty is helping individuals struggling with anxiety, including generalized anxiety, medical anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, phobias, and social anxiety. My approach is based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which works by changing your relationship with anxiety itself rather than trying to reduce or control it. Anxiety is pretty hard to directly control, but more importantly, you don’t need to control or reduce it to start living a more meaningful life. In fact, focusing on reducing anxiety often just means you are focusing more on your anxiety. Let’s try something different.
I have diverse experience in group therapy, individual therapy, and couple's counseling.
My specialty is helping individuals struggling with anxiety, including generalized anxiety, medical anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, phobias, and social anxiety. My approach is based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which works by changing your relationship with anxiety itself rather than trying to reduce or control it. Anxiety is pretty hard to directly control, but more importantly, you don’t need to control or reduce it to start living a more meaningful life. In fact, focusing on reducing anxiety often just means you are focusing more on your anxiety. Let’s try something different.
I'm dedicated to assist all clients in their treatment journey to a healthier mental wellness. I will work with all clients on focusing on their individuals needs and what methods of treatment are the most effective in decreasing their ongoing issues whether in the home, school or community. My goal is to work not only with the client but their family and assist with detailing any other treatment or wrap around services needed to ensure the success of the client.
I'm dedicated to assist all clients in their treatment journey to a healthier mental wellness. I will work with all clients on focusing on their individuals needs and what methods of treatment are the most effective in decreasing their ongoing issues whether in the home, school or community. My goal is to work not only with the client but their family and assist with detailing any other treatment or wrap around services needed to ensure the success of the client.
I work with adults and couples who want something practical out of therapy.
My style is straightforward, collaborative, and goal-focused. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you notice patterns and make changes that feel realistic. As a Gottman Level 1 trained LMFT, I work to hold space for partners to increase and improve communication, work towards shared goals, and create lasting change.
I work with adults and couples who want something practical out of therapy.
My style is straightforward, collaborative, and goal-focused. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you notice patterns and make changes that feel realistic. As a Gottman Level 1 trained LMFT, I work to hold space for partners to increase and improve communication, work towards shared goals, and create lasting change.
Hello! I am a person centered, trauma informed and strengths based counselor who loves working with children, teens, and adults who are feeling stuck or are struggling with life's challenges. I believe that we are all connected and through healthy relationships and attachments we can heal and become a more authentic version of ourselves. I bring a warm, creative, empathetic and non-judgemental approach to therapy.
Hello! I am a person centered, trauma informed and strengths based counselor who loves working with children, teens, and adults who are feeling stuck or are struggling with life's challenges. I believe that we are all connected and through healthy relationships and attachments we can heal and become a more authentic version of ourselves. I bring a warm, creative, empathetic and non-judgemental approach to therapy.
I've sat across from hundreds of couples who feel exactly the same way.
I take a trauma-informed, nervous system approach to my work. We don't just talk about what's happening, we look at why your body responds the way it does and build skills to change those patterns. My work is structured and goal-oriented using the RISE model I developed from over a decade of helping couples reconnect emotionally and sexually.
I've sat across from hundreds of couples who feel exactly the same way.
I take a trauma-informed, nervous system approach to my work. We don't just talk about what's happening, we look at why your body responds the way it does and build skills to change those patterns. My work is structured and goal-oriented using the RISE model I developed from over a decade of helping couples reconnect emotionally and sexually.
I work with adults, couples, and families, specializing in trauma, PTSD, relationship dynamics, and military mental health.
Military life brings both strength and strain—for service members, veterans, and the people who love them. Life can feel heavy when you’ve experienced trauma, painful relationships, or ongoing stress and you may find yourself feeling stuck in old patterns, disconnected from others, or uncertain about how to move forward. Whether you’re healing from trauma, adjusting after deployment, or struggling to reconnect at home, I offer a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to find balance and direction. Growing up in a military-dedicated family, I understand the sacrifices, stress, and strength you bring.
I work with adults, couples, and families, specializing in trauma, PTSD, relationship dynamics, and military mental health.
Military life brings both strength and strain—for service members, veterans, and the people who love them. Life can feel heavy when you’ve experienced trauma, painful relationships, or ongoing stress and you may find yourself feeling stuck in old patterns, disconnected from others, or uncertain about how to move forward. Whether you’re healing from trauma, adjusting after deployment, or struggling to reconnect at home, I offer a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to find balance and direction. Growing up in a military-dedicated family, I understand the sacrifices, stress, and strength you bring.
I help couples strengthen connection, improve communication, and navigate life transitions.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—within yourself, your relationships, or your work? You may be carrying emotional or relational pain, navigating disconnection, burnout, or life transitions, or sensing that something more is possible but unclear. You want to understand yourself honestly, engage your relationships more thoughtfully, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose. You’re not looking for quick fixes, but for meaningful, sustainable change.
I help couples strengthen connection, improve communication, and navigate life transitions.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—within yourself, your relationships, or your work? You may be carrying emotional or relational pain, navigating disconnection, burnout, or life transitions, or sensing that something more is possible but unclear. You want to understand yourself honestly, engage your relationships more thoughtfully, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose. You’re not looking for quick fixes, but for meaningful, sustainable change.
It is hard to sleep at night and you find it is hard to enjoy your life, or concentrate on the things that matter to you. You are lost and you worry that you will be overcome by fear and anger at any moment You are tired of feeling numb, but afraid you will be overwhelmed by your feelings at the same time. You are worried that his feeling will never end. If you are a parent, your child does not sleep anymore, and is worried and scared all the time. You do not know how to help your child with what has happened. They are withdrawn or angry and you miss the child they were before.
It is hard to sleep at night and you find it is hard to enjoy your life, or concentrate on the things that matter to you. You are lost and you worry that you will be overcome by fear and anger at any moment You are tired of feeling numb, but afraid you will be overwhelmed by your feelings at the same time. You are worried that his feeling will never end. If you are a parent, your child does not sleep anymore, and is worried and scared all the time. You do not know how to help your child with what has happened. They are withdrawn or angry and you miss the child they were before.
My path to this work began with my own healing journey and a deep calling to help others access the tools they already carry within themselves. I began my career supporting clients as a life coach 10 years ago, guiding people through transitions, self-discovery, and personal growth. In work with me, individuals move beyond symptom relief toward genuine transformation. My integrative approach weaves together somatic therapy, mindfulness-based practices, attachment theory, and parts work to address the roots of nervous system dysregulation, trauma, chronic pain, and low self-worth. I believe the body holds profound emotional intelect.
My path to this work began with my own healing journey and a deep calling to help others access the tools they already carry within themselves. I began my career supporting clients as a life coach 10 years ago, guiding people through transitions, self-discovery, and personal growth. In work with me, individuals move beyond symptom relief toward genuine transformation. My integrative approach weaves together somatic therapy, mindfulness-based practices, attachment theory, and parts work to address the roots of nervous system dysregulation, trauma, chronic pain, and low self-worth. I believe the body holds profound emotional intelect.
Some of her specialty areas are anxiety, depression, marital/relationships, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, personality disorders, addictions, & Veterans and their families.
Karen is a Licensed Professional Counselor & a National Certified Counselor with over 25 years of experience in behavioral health & addictions. She gained her Maters in Community Mental Health Counseling in 1997 from Wilmington University, in DE. Karen is licensed in VA, DE & MD. She holds a tremendous amount of experience with mental health, addictions, & is a certified trauma therapist. Karen strongly promotes integrated health services to better enhance health & wellbeing. Karen strongly believes in a holistic approach. She encompasses all components of your life & assists you with envisioning how all issues are interrelated.
Some of her specialty areas are anxiety, depression, marital/relationships, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, personality disorders, addictions, & Veterans and their families.
Karen is a Licensed Professional Counselor & a National Certified Counselor with over 25 years of experience in behavioral health & addictions. She gained her Maters in Community Mental Health Counseling in 1997 from Wilmington University, in DE. Karen is licensed in VA, DE & MD. She holds a tremendous amount of experience with mental health, addictions, & is a certified trauma therapist. Karen strongly promotes integrated health services to better enhance health & wellbeing. Karen strongly believes in a holistic approach. She encompasses all components of your life & assists you with envisioning how all issues are interrelated.
My style is flexible and eclectic, blending coaching, family/ marital, and narrative techniques to support growth, healing, and meaningful change.
Feeling stuck, healing from trauma, or hoping to strengthen relationships? Meghan offers a supportive, client-centered space to help you move forward. Based in VA, she draws from her background in fine art and her own healing journey, blending creativity, compassion, and insight. Inspired by the work of Carl Jung and other theorists, Meghan meets each client where they are, encouraging growth, healing, and self-discovery at their own pace.
My style is flexible and eclectic, blending coaching, family/ marital, and narrative techniques to support growth, healing, and meaningful change.
Feeling stuck, healing from trauma, or hoping to strengthen relationships? Meghan offers a supportive, client-centered space to help you move forward. Based in VA, she draws from her background in fine art and her own healing journey, blending creativity, compassion, and insight. Inspired by the work of Carl Jung and other theorists, Meghan meets each client where they are, encouraging growth, healing, and self-discovery at their own pace.
I also offer a limited number of couples sessions for partners who are seeking to reconnect and grow.
Peace feels like, a gentle breeze. The sun on your skin. A lovers touch. An exhale after holding your breath.
Peace tastes like, the melting of candy on your tongue. The refreshing first sip of water after being thirsty for so long.
Peace sounds like waves crashing. Your favorite song on the radio. Gentle affirmation that You Are Enough.
Peace smells like your favorite essential oils wafting past your nose. Your favorite perfume scenting on your wrists. An inhale of fresh air after being closed-in tight.
Peace looks like…you. Relaxed. Aligned mind, body and emotion. If you are missing peace, I've got you. Let's get started!
I also offer a limited number of couples sessions for partners who are seeking to reconnect and grow.
Peace feels like, a gentle breeze. The sun on your skin. A lovers touch. An exhale after holding your breath.
Peace tastes like, the melting of candy on your tongue. The refreshing first sip of water after being thirsty for so long.
Peace sounds like waves crashing. Your favorite song on the radio. Gentle affirmation that You Are Enough.
Peace smells like your favorite essential oils wafting past your nose. Your favorite perfume scenting on your wrists. An inhale of fresh air after being closed-in tight.
Peace looks like…you. Relaxed. Aligned mind, body and emotion. If you are missing peace, I've got you. Let's get started!
My name is Tony Durham Jr., and I don’t believe in an “ideal client.” I work with individuals who are ready to heal, grow, and strengthen their mental wellness. Many seek support for trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I often support men, veterans, and first responders, as well as children and adolescents, using trauma-informed, evidence-based care.
My name is Tony Durham Jr., and I don’t believe in an “ideal client.” I work with individuals who are ready to heal, grow, and strengthen their mental wellness. Many seek support for trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I often support men, veterans, and first responders, as well as children and adolescents, using trauma-informed, evidence-based care.
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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.