Female Therapists in Charlottesville, VA
My experience includes conducting trainings, workshops, and assessments and working with individuals, families, groups, non-profits, local and international government agencies including DSS- CPS, law enforcement, minority populations, specific women and children’s issues, spirituality, cultural dynamics, marriage, divorce, life transitions, coaching and more.
I utilize a variety of treatment modalities to formulate holistic person-centered treatment interventions. I have expertise in working with diverse populations including children, veterans, minorities, adolescents, law enforcement, minority populations, women, faith-based, children, and families.
My experience includes conducting trainings, workshops, and assessments and working with individuals, families, groups, non-profits, local and international government agencies including DSS- CPS, law enforcement, minority populations, specific women and children’s issues, spirituality, cultural dynamics, marriage, divorce, life transitions, coaching and more.
I utilize a variety of treatment modalities to formulate holistic person-centered treatment interventions. I have expertise in working with diverse populations including children, veterans, minorities, adolescents, law enforcement, minority populations, women, faith-based, children, and families.
Additionally, I work with clients dealing with emotion dysregulation, relationship issues, parenting challenges, gender-specific concerns (including women and men's issues), LGBTQIA relationship concerns, and workplace stress.
Rasheede embarked on her journey in the community by offering counseling to individuals and families. Throughout her career, she has remained dedicated to empowering her clients to achieve their highest potential in the present moment. With over twenty years of experience in mental health, what sets her apart as a provider are her life experiences, past and present, her unwavering passion, drive, tolerance, and understanding, as well as her ability to empathize with and address the needs of her clients.
Additionally, I work with clients dealing with emotion dysregulation, relationship issues, parenting challenges, gender-specific concerns (including women and men's issues), LGBTQIA relationship concerns, and workplace stress.
Rasheede embarked on her journey in the community by offering counseling to individuals and families. Throughout her career, she has remained dedicated to empowering her clients to achieve their highest potential in the present moment. With over twenty years of experience in mental health, what sets her apart as a provider are her life experiences, past and present, her unwavering passion, drive, tolerance, and understanding, as well as her ability to empathize with and address the needs of her clients.
I particularly enjoy working with tweens, teens, young adults, women, and minority populations.
Hello! My name is Denise Simpson, and I’m honored that you’re considering me as your therapist. Let me share a little about myself and my approach. I see therapy not as a job, but as a true calling—something I’ve felt passionate about since I was a child. I love helping people uncover their purpose and live authentically, and I believe we all hold the answers within ourselves. Sometimes, we just need someone to truly listen, guide, and explore possibilities with us to figure things out.
I particularly enjoy working with tweens, teens, young adults, women, and minority populations.
Hello! My name is Denise Simpson, and I’m honored that you’re considering me as your therapist. Let me share a little about myself and my approach. I see therapy not as a job, but as a true calling—something I’ve felt passionate about since I was a child. I love helping people uncover their purpose and live authentically, and I believe we all hold the answers within ourselves. Sometimes, we just need someone to truly listen, guide, and explore possibilities with us to figure things out.
While I have a bevy of knowledge and experience working with diverse groups, my focus is on young adult to older adult women experiencing different life concerns.
Hello, I'm Ebony Harrison, a licensed professional counselor with more than 5 years of experience supporting diverse populations across different environments. My primary focus areas include anxiety, grief, death/dying, and trauma. I take pleasure in assisting individuals grappling with life's overwhelming stressors. Collaborating closely with my clients, I tailor care to prioritize their unique experiences. By offering perspective and gently encouraging growth through healthy challenges, I foster a safe and supportive environment for personal development.
While I have a bevy of knowledge and experience working with diverse groups, my focus is on young adult to older adult women experiencing different life concerns.
Hello, I'm Ebony Harrison, a licensed professional counselor with more than 5 years of experience supporting diverse populations across different environments. My primary focus areas include anxiety, grief, death/dying, and trauma. I take pleasure in assisting individuals grappling with life's overwhelming stressors. Collaborating closely with my clients, I tailor care to prioritize their unique experiences. By offering perspective and gently encouraging growth through healthy challenges, I foster a safe and supportive environment for personal development.
Sarah Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22902
I particularly work well with people experiencing anxiety, women in perimenopause experiencing life transitions, and young adults who are just starting out and individuating from their family.
I go beyond traditional talk therapy by working with the whole person: thoughts, emotions, body sensations, imagination, and behaviors. I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner which means we will learn together how your nervous system has learned to react to life's challenges and find new ways to release you from patterns that no longer serve you.
I particularly work well with people experiencing anxiety, women in perimenopause experiencing life transitions, and young adults who are just starting out and individuating from their family.
I go beyond traditional talk therapy by working with the whole person: thoughts, emotions, body sensations, imagination, and behaviors. I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner which means we will learn together how your nervous system has learned to react to life's challenges and find new ways to release you from patterns that no longer serve you.
My areas of interest include working with couples, parents of adolescents, high-stress families, and women with trauma histories.
I provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults as well as family therapy and parent-consultation for parents with younger children. Comprehensive psychological assessments are available for persons who are looking for specific diagnostic clarity and/or treatment plans to bolster current therapeutic intervention.
My areas of interest include working with couples, parents of adolescents, high-stress families, and women with trauma histories.
I provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults as well as family therapy and parent-consultation for parents with younger children. Comprehensive psychological assessments are available for persons who are looking for specific diagnostic clarity and/or treatment plans to bolster current therapeutic intervention.
I specialize in working with women who struggle with the emotional issues and experiences related to post-partum, parenting, menopause, empty-nesting, career conflicts, or loss.
I offer warm, thoughtful, and collaborative psychotherapy to individuals who desire change, personal fulfillment, relationship satisfaction and overall well-being. I use mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, inquiry and insight, psychological education and the latest in neuroscience to augment the sessions.
I specialize in working with women who struggle with the emotional issues and experiences related to post-partum, parenting, menopause, empty-nesting, career conflicts, or loss.
I offer warm, thoughtful, and collaborative psychotherapy to individuals who desire change, personal fulfillment, relationship satisfaction and overall well-being. I use mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, inquiry and insight, psychological education and the latest in neuroscience to augment the sessions.
While I do work in a general way with all ages and a variety of groups, my focus population is on women aged 20-50.
Hey! I'm Rebeccah McCully. I earned my Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Proudly hailing from Charlotte, NC, I'm a true Carolina Girl at heart. I adore the Carolina Panthers, football, and seizing every opportunity to travel. Most importantly, I cherish spending time with my family and my sweet pup, Charlotte. I'm thrilled you've embarked on this counseling journey, and I'm passionate about supporting you every step of the way.
While I do work in a general way with all ages and a variety of groups, my focus population is on women aged 20-50.
Hey! I'm Rebeccah McCully. I earned my Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Proudly hailing from Charlotte, NC, I'm a true Carolina Girl at heart. I adore the Carolina Panthers, football, and seizing every opportunity to travel. Most importantly, I cherish spending time with my family and my sweet pup, Charlotte. I'm thrilled you've embarked on this counseling journey, and I'm passionate about supporting you every step of the way.
When I was in college, I lived in a house with numerous women, and many would come to me for advice or confide in me.
Sarah Olson, Licensed in Virginia, Washington DC, Illinois and Texas. I believe therapy is a mix of modalities, along with having compassion, empathy, and good listening skills. I enjoy working with young adults and adults who are experiencing Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, Stress Management, Family Conflict, Adoption, Fertility, Young Adult specific issues of college, job searching, and living independently. I like to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Family Systems Therapy.
When I was in college, I lived in a house with numerous women, and many would come to me for advice or confide in me.
Sarah Olson, Licensed in Virginia, Washington DC, Illinois and Texas. I believe therapy is a mix of modalities, along with having compassion, empathy, and good listening skills. I enjoy working with young adults and adults who are experiencing Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, Stress Management, Family Conflict, Adoption, Fertility, Young Adult specific issues of college, job searching, and living independently. I like to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Family Systems Therapy.
I meld my experience and training to support both women and men along the path of reconnecting with themselves and with those whom they love most.
It is my honor to create and hold a safe, empathic and grounded space for my clients as they work towards recovery, stability, building trust and finding inner calm so that they can experience more satisfying reciprocal relationships with the people most important to them. For more complete information, please see www.strengthandease.com.
I meld my experience and training to support both women and men along the path of reconnecting with themselves and with those whom they love most.
It is my honor to create and hold a safe, empathic and grounded space for my clients as they work towards recovery, stability, building trust and finding inner calm so that they can experience more satisfying reciprocal relationships with the people most important to them. For more complete information, please see www.strengthandease.com.
This resilient population consists of LGBTQIA+ individuals with diverse disabilities, women of color, business professionals, and military/veterans.
My tone is often soft, direct assertive, and my language is empathetic professional, encouraging, and transparent. My approach to goal-setting comes from a strategic platform based on evidence-based assessment, motivational interviewing, and clients' interactive input.
This resilient population consists of LGBTQIA+ individuals with diverse disabilities, women of color, business professionals, and military/veterans.
My tone is often soft, direct assertive, and my language is empathetic professional, encouraging, and transparent. My approach to goal-setting comes from a strategic platform based on evidence-based assessment, motivational interviewing, and clients' interactive input.
Meet Our Female Therapists
Sandra Monohan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Waitlist for new clients
I have counseled abuse survivors, couples considering marriage and divorce, issues specific to women, aging, elder care, and career development or change.
Healing can be experienced in an empathetic relationship where you feel accepted, valued, and heard. Past hurts, damaging relationships, traumatic experiences, and life stressors can leave you feeling burdened with unmanageable emotions. My wish is to come alongside you as we work to lighten your load and empower you with increased self-awareness and self-compassion. An environment of non-judgment and the provision of caring support can enhance your inherent ability to grow, to change, and to find lasting freedom in your life.
I have counseled abuse survivors, couples considering marriage and divorce, issues specific to women, aging, elder care, and career development or change.
Healing can be experienced in an empathetic relationship where you feel accepted, valued, and heard. Past hurts, damaging relationships, traumatic experiences, and life stressors can leave you feeling burdened with unmanageable emotions. My wish is to come alongside you as we work to lighten your load and empower you with increased self-awareness and self-compassion. An environment of non-judgment and the provision of caring support can enhance your inherent ability to grow, to change, and to find lasting freedom in your life.
I enjoy working with people who are searching to find their own unique voice, especially young adults carving out their path in the world and women developing their sense of identity.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience in the counseling field since 2009. I have worked with clients dealing with addiction, addicted family systems, recovery from substance use and abuse, codependency, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-compassion. I am passionate about helping people develop self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-worth within a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
I enjoy working with people who are searching to find their own unique voice, especially young adults carving out their path in the world and women developing their sense of identity.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience in the counseling field since 2009. I have worked with clients dealing with addiction, addicted family systems, recovery from substance use and abuse, codependency, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-compassion. I am passionate about helping people develop self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-worth within a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
Dr. Michele L Kielty
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACC
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
I specialize in men’s and women’s mental health, anxiety, and career issues.
Are you a successful person whose life seems great from the outside, but on the inside you are struggling? Are you wondering "is this all there is?" after working so hard to achieve your goals? Are you going through a transition or looking to make changes in your life? Are you ready to get unstuck from thoughts and behaviors that are dragging you down and feel a spark of joy again? You have come to the right place. Sometimes talk therapy is not enough and strategic techniques are needed to create a better future. With 20+ years of experience as a Ph.D. trained therapist and coach, I can help you create lasting results starting now.
I specialize in men’s and women’s mental health, anxiety, and career issues.
Are you a successful person whose life seems great from the outside, but on the inside you are struggling? Are you wondering "is this all there is?" after working so hard to achieve your goals? Are you going through a transition or looking to make changes in your life? Are you ready to get unstuck from thoughts and behaviors that are dragging you down and feel a spark of joy again? You have come to the right place. Sometimes talk therapy is not enough and strategic techniques are needed to create a better future. With 20+ years of experience as a Ph.D. trained therapist and coach, I can help you create lasting results starting now.
Jennifer Senator
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating young adults and adult women who are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, grief, and life transitions, including issues related to the experience of motherhood, parenting, and midlife (such as menopause).
I have significant interest in maternal mental health. I specialize in supporting women who may be experiencing perinatal/postpartum anxiety and depression or who are otherwise having difficulty adjusting to the experience of motherhood. My research on this topic was published in The Journal of Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology and Health in 2015.
I specialize in treating young adults and adult women who are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, grief, and life transitions, including issues related to the experience of motherhood, parenting, and midlife (such as menopause).
I have significant interest in maternal mental health. I specialize in supporting women who may be experiencing perinatal/postpartum anxiety and depression or who are otherwise having difficulty adjusting to the experience of motherhood. My research on this topic was published in The Journal of Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology and Health in 2015.
You have made a wonderful choice of putting yourself first! I have been working with men, women, and families for the past 20 years and am dedicated to helping people heal themselves and restore family units.
I have been practicing for 20 years and have worked with a lot of individuals whom I have had the pleasure of helping work through issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Career and Military Challenges, as well as everyday life issues. I also enjoy working with the family unit and all that it entails.
You have made a wonderful choice of putting yourself first! I have been working with men, women, and families for the past 20 years and am dedicated to helping people heal themselves and restore family units.
I have been practicing for 20 years and have worked with a lot of individuals whom I have had the pleasure of helping work through issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Career and Military Challenges, as well as everyday life issues. I also enjoy working with the family unit and all that it entails.
Mary A Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22911
I specialize in working with female clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma-related symptoms.
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or discontent? Are you experiencing difficulty moving forward from past traumas or painful experiences? Do you feel like there is more you want to experience or do and don’t know how to get there? Are you struggling with being your authentic self in your professional and/or personal relationships? Do you want to experience joy, peace, and fulfillment, but just don't know how to make that happen?
I specialize in working with female clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma-related symptoms.
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or discontent? Are you experiencing difficulty moving forward from past traumas or painful experiences? Do you feel like there is more you want to experience or do and don’t know how to get there? Are you struggling with being your authentic self in your professional and/or personal relationships? Do you want to experience joy, peace, and fulfillment, but just don't know how to make that happen?
Counseling women at various stages has been a specialty of mine as I provide emotion-focused support while helping clients find balance and fulfillment in their lives.
I'm Sandra Monohan, a licensed counselor who has helped clients with depression, anxiety, relationships, communication, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have worked with individuals, including adolescents and adults, as well as couples and families. I seek to help clients heal through a therapeutic relationship that explores current and past hurts and unhelpful patterns while focusing on strengths and increasing self-compassion.
Counseling women at various stages has been a specialty of mine as I provide emotion-focused support while helping clients find balance and fulfillment in their lives.
I'm Sandra Monohan, a licensed counselor who has helped clients with depression, anxiety, relationships, communication, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have worked with individuals, including adolescents and adults, as well as couples and families. I seek to help clients heal through a therapeutic relationship that explores current and past hurts and unhelpful patterns while focusing on strengths and increasing self-compassion.
Presently ABD in international psychology and health systems of indigenous populations globally, I assisted staff working with women affected by incest and sexual trauma in Africa.
I am trained in EMDR for relief of trauma and both behavioral and psychodynamic/talking therapies which emphasize positive habits, good health and personal insight. Any change starts from within and sometimes we all need another perspective to grasp the whole picture so that problems or obstacles can be sensibly, sensitively and effectively handled. I work from a strengths-based orientation whereby talents, skills, and interests can be identified. So we go from there, to where the individual learns to utilize those strengths in resolving problems, conflicts, stressors as well as finding sources of comfort, competence and confidence.
Presently ABD in international psychology and health systems of indigenous populations globally, I assisted staff working with women affected by incest and sexual trauma in Africa.
I am trained in EMDR for relief of trauma and both behavioral and psychodynamic/talking therapies which emphasize positive habits, good health and personal insight. Any change starts from within and sometimes we all need another perspective to grasp the whole picture so that problems or obstacles can be sensibly, sensitively and effectively handled. I work from a strengths-based orientation whereby talents, skills, and interests can be identified. So we go from there, to where the individual learns to utilize those strengths in resolving problems, conflicts, stressors as well as finding sources of comfort, competence and confidence.
Jen Patterson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Specifically, as women in midlife, you often find yourself balancing the demands of caretaking, and feeling weary all while navigating your own transitions in your body and relationships.
Like the hollow bone in shamanic tradition, you are meant to be open—free to feel, connect, and move with the natural flow of life. Yet, the weight of sorrow, overwhelm, and unhealed experiences can gently settle in that sacred space, making it harder to feel fully connected to yourself and others. This isn’t a sign of failure, but a reflection of the tender places within you that are longing for care, release, and healing. Together, we will slow down to honor your way of feeling, thinking, and sensing, making room for authenticity, ease, and inner knowing already within you.
Specifically, as women in midlife, you often find yourself balancing the demands of caretaking, and feeling weary all while navigating your own transitions in your body and relationships.
Like the hollow bone in shamanic tradition, you are meant to be open—free to feel, connect, and move with the natural flow of life. Yet, the weight of sorrow, overwhelm, and unhealed experiences can gently settle in that sacred space, making it harder to feel fully connected to yourself and others. This isn’t a sign of failure, but a reflection of the tender places within you that are longing for care, release, and healing. Together, we will slow down to honor your way of feeling, thinking, and sensing, making room for authenticity, ease, and inner knowing already within you.
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Female Therapists
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.