Anthem HealthKeepers Therapists in Charlottesville, VA
Life can be challenging, but support is here. I’m Jessica, a mental health professional with 20 years of experience helping adults of all ages navigate life’s difficulties. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each individual, drawing from my work in community mental health centers, hospitals, and home care. My goal is to help you build resilience, gain insight, and live a more meaningful, fulfilling life in a safe and supportive environment.
Life can be challenging, but support is here. I’m Jessica, a mental health professional with 20 years of experience helping adults of all ages navigate life’s difficulties. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each individual, drawing from my work in community mental health centers, hospitals, and home care. My goal is to help you build resilience, gain insight, and live a more meaningful, fulfilling life in a safe and supportive environment.
Do you want to learn more about yourself and how you walk through life? Do you experience difficulties in areas that others seem to have a relatively easy time managing? I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia and California (license numbers: VA: 0904013582, CA: 99619). I spent my internship years working with dementia patients as well as gaining experience with the chronic pain population. By working in the intensive outpatient program environment,
Do you want to learn more about yourself and how you walk through life? Do you experience difficulties in areas that others seem to have a relatively easy time managing? I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia and California (license numbers: VA: 0904013582, CA: 99619). I spent my internship years working with dementia patients as well as gaining experience with the chronic pain population. By working in the intensive outpatient program environment,
Looking for a supportive space to explore challenges and grow? I’m Autumn, a School Counselor with years of experience in behavioral health and community services. Rooted in a person-centered approach, I combine CBT, solution-focused strategies, mindfulness, and creative self-expression to help clients reframe thoughts, set goals, and build resilience. Together, we’ll create a safe, collaborative environment where you can navigate challenges and move toward positive change.
Looking for a supportive space to explore challenges and grow? I’m Autumn, a School Counselor with years of experience in behavioral health and community services. Rooted in a person-centered approach, I combine CBT, solution-focused strategies, mindfulness, and creative self-expression to help clients reframe thoughts, set goals, and build resilience. Together, we’ll create a safe, collaborative environment where you can navigate challenges and move toward positive change.
When genuine support is paired with a belief in your potential, real and lasting change can take shape. Bryon is a full-time professional School Counselor and a part-time Resident in Counseling. With six years of experience working with individuals and families in school settings, he brings a strong foundation in supporting growth, resilience, and life transitions.
As of 2025, Bryon marked an exciting new chapter, as he is expanded his work beyond public education to support individuals seeking greater clarity, confidence, and direction in their lives.
When genuine support is paired with a belief in your potential, real and lasting change can take shape. Bryon is a full-time professional School Counselor and a part-time Resident in Counseling. With six years of experience working with individuals and families in school settings, he brings a strong foundation in supporting growth, resilience, and life transitions.
As of 2025, Bryon marked an exciting new chapter, as he is expanded his work beyond public education to support individuals seeking greater clarity, confidence, and direction in their lives.
Looking to feel supported while navigating life’s challenges? I’m Kiara Smith, a counseling resident passionate about helping individuals and families grow. With experience in day treatment, in-home therapy, school-based counseling, crisis work, and psychosocial rehabilitation, I bring a well-rounded perspective to support clients in finding practical solutions and personal growth. I aim to create a safe, welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts, build self-awareness, and develop the tools to navigate challenges with confidence.
Looking to feel supported while navigating life’s challenges? I’m Kiara Smith, a counseling resident passionate about helping individuals and families grow. With experience in day treatment, in-home therapy, school-based counseling, crisis work, and psychosocial rehabilitation, I bring a well-rounded perspective to support clients in finding practical solutions and personal growth. I aim to create a safe, welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts, build self-awareness, and develop the tools to navigate challenges with confidence.
Sara La Force
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and Welcome! I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, relational strain, depression, substance use, and life transitions. Choosing to engage in therapy is a potentially life changing choice and I would love to help you on your path. All individuals deserve a space to be accurately heard and a place to gain insight into the life patterns that have caused them instability and pain. I deeply believe in therapy as a joint and transformative space that can lead people to develop new skills and to discover their unique internal capacity to connect, heal, and thrive.
Hello and Welcome! I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, relational strain, depression, substance use, and life transitions. Choosing to engage in therapy is a potentially life changing choice and I would love to help you on your path. All individuals deserve a space to be accurately heard and a place to gain insight into the life patterns that have caused them instability and pain. I deeply believe in therapy as a joint and transformative space that can lead people to develop new skills and to discover their unique internal capacity to connect, heal, and thrive.
Hello, I’m Rebecca. I’m an independently licensed counselor in Virginia and Washington, with over four years of experience as a licensed clinician and more than twenty-four years working as a social worker. My professional journey has given me the privilege of working with individuals from a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds, and religious traditions.
I see every person as a unique individual, and I adapt our work to reflect that. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, seeking healing, or working toward specific goals, we will work collaboratively to find what fits best for you.
Hello, I’m Rebecca. I’m an independently licensed counselor in Virginia and Washington, with over four years of experience as a licensed clinician and more than twenty-four years working as a social worker. My professional journey has given me the privilege of working with individuals from a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds, and religious traditions.
I see every person as a unique individual, and I adapt our work to reflect that. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, seeking healing, or working toward specific goals, we will work collaboratively to find what fits best for you.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, disconnected from yourself, or stuck in painful relationship patterns. Perhaps you're navigating life as neurodivergent individual and feel exhausted by masking, sensory overwhelm, or feeling misunderstood. You may have tried therapy before and gained insight but still feel stuck, or attended couples therapy and left feeling unseen because your experience of the world was interpreted through a neurotypical lens.
I offer an experiential approach that goes beyond insight alone. Together, we can listen to what is hurting and welcome the parts of you that want to be understood.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, disconnected from yourself, or stuck in painful relationship patterns. Perhaps you're navigating life as neurodivergent individual and feel exhausted by masking, sensory overwhelm, or feeling misunderstood. You may have tried therapy before and gained insight but still feel stuck, or attended couples therapy and left feeling unseen because your experience of the world was interpreted through a neurotypical lens.
I offer an experiential approach that goes beyond insight alone. Together, we can listen to what is hurting and welcome the parts of you that want to be understood.
Looking for support navigating life’s challenges? Alison Smoke is a seasoned social worker with 17+ years of experience helping adults manage anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Using evidence-based, strength-focused approaches like Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and ACT, she empowers clients to explore solutions, build resilience, and live more fulfilling lives in a safe, compassionate space tailored to their unique goals.
Looking for support navigating life’s challenges? Alison Smoke is a seasoned social worker with 17+ years of experience helping adults manage anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Using evidence-based, strength-focused approaches like Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and ACT, she empowers clients to explore solutions, build resilience, and live more fulfilling lives in a safe, compassionate space tailored to their unique goals.
Pennie is a compassionate, down-to-earth counselor who believes meaningful growth happens when people feel truly seen, heard, and supported. She works with adults and families to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and develop healthier emotional, mental, and relational patterns. Pennie brings a practical, strengths-based approach to therapy, blending empathy with real-world strategies to help clients move from feeling stuck or overwhelmed to feeling empowered and confident in their next steps.
Pennie is a compassionate, down-to-earth counselor who believes meaningful growth happens when people feel truly seen, heard, and supported. She works with adults and families to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and develop healthier emotional, mental, and relational patterns. Pennie brings a practical, strengths-based approach to therapy, blending empathy with real-world strategies to help clients move from feeling stuck or overwhelmed to feeling empowered and confident in their next steps.
I’m so glad you’re here, because you deserve support. You are deeply valued, and if you’re struggling to believe that, exhausted by your relationship with food, movement, or your body, or carrying the weight of trauma and anxiety, you are not alone. There is hope. I’m a resident in counseling based in Charlottesville, VA, passionate about walking alongside teens, college students, and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. Therapy with me is holistic, trauma-informed, and aligned with Health at Every Size (HAES). Here, you’re allowed to feel, be yourself, and even have fun.
I’m so glad you’re here, because you deserve support. You are deeply valued, and if you’re struggling to believe that, exhausted by your relationship with food, movement, or your body, or carrying the weight of trauma and anxiety, you are not alone. There is hope. I’m a resident in counseling based in Charlottesville, VA, passionate about walking alongside teens, college students, and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. Therapy with me is holistic, trauma-informed, and aligned with Health at Every Size (HAES). Here, you’re allowed to feel, be yourself, and even have fun.
Luke believes that true healing happens when we face life’s challenges with both honesty and compassion. As a Resident Counselor working toward his LPC and holding a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Luke brings this philosophy into every session.
Certified in SYMBIS and trained in Gottman Level 1, he specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate relationship and communication struggles, self-worth and identity concerns, depression, grief, sports-related challenges, and spiritual matters.
His goal is to create a safe, intentional space where clients feel supported and empowered to grow.
Luke believes that true healing happens when we face life’s challenges with both honesty and compassion. As a Resident Counselor working toward his LPC and holding a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Luke brings this philosophy into every session.
Certified in SYMBIS and trained in Gottman Level 1, he specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate relationship and communication struggles, self-worth and identity concerns, depression, grief, sports-related challenges, and spiritual matters.
His goal is to create a safe, intentional space where clients feel supported and empowered to grow.
Our outpatient mental health clinic is currently accepting referrals for comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments for individuals ages 2 through 100.
With five licensed psychologists on staff, our waitlist times are presently brief. We work with individuals looking to gain insight into strengths as well as identify appropriate accommodations, diagnostic clarity, and resources for challenges at home and school. Each assessment includes tailored recommendations to support effective treatment planning and meaningful lifestyle adjustments.
Our outpatient mental health clinic is currently accepting referrals for comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments for individuals ages 2 through 100.
With five licensed psychologists on staff, our waitlist times are presently brief. We work with individuals looking to gain insight into strengths as well as identify appropriate accommodations, diagnostic clarity, and resources for challenges at home and school. Each assessment includes tailored recommendations to support effective treatment planning and meaningful lifestyle adjustments.
You’ve always seemed “so capable” to everyone else — but inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, and exhausted from holding it all together. Maybe you’re Autistic or have ADHD, and you’re carrying old wounds from family or past relationships that left you feeling like your needs didn’t matter. You might be queer, kinky, poly, or just wonderfully different, but you want to stop masking, heal that chronic invalidation, and learn how to show up more honestly with the people you care about.
You’ve always seemed “so capable” to everyone else — but inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, and exhausted from holding it all together. Maybe you’re Autistic or have ADHD, and you’re carrying old wounds from family or past relationships that left you feeling like your needs didn’t matter. You might be queer, kinky, poly, or just wonderfully different, but you want to stop masking, heal that chronic invalidation, and learn how to show up more honestly with the people you care about.
Whether you're feeling anxious or depressed, adjusting to life with chronic illness, exploring your neurodivergence, or in a relationship that doesn't feel supportive, I know it can feel difficult to reach out for help. I'm here to listen and provide a safe and affirming space for you to learn new ways of being in the world while exploring your needs, values, and goals.
Whether you're feeling anxious or depressed, adjusting to life with chronic illness, exploring your neurodivergence, or in a relationship that doesn't feel supportive, I know it can feel difficult to reach out for help. I'm here to listen and provide a safe and affirming space for you to learn new ways of being in the world while exploring your needs, values, and goals.
Feeling unsure about who you are or struggling with life changes? I’m Leiah Aleksich, a social work supervisee with experience supporting adolescents and young adults. I create a comfortable space to explore emotions, thoughts, and triggers, helping you develop coping skills tailored to you. Together, we’ll work on self-discovery, managing depression, boosting motivation, and building a brighter, more confident future. Therapy is about your journey, and I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Feeling unsure about who you are or struggling with life changes? I’m Leiah Aleksich, a social work supervisee with experience supporting adolescents and young adults. I create a comfortable space to explore emotions, thoughts, and triggers, helping you develop coping skills tailored to you. Together, we’ll work on self-discovery, managing depression, boosting motivation, and building a brighter, more confident future. Therapy is about your journey, and I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Therapy is a safe place to rebuild, reflect, and heal. I’ll meet you where you are. Rosemary holds a BA in Psychology from Syracuse University and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Longwood University. With over 15 years of experience across diverse mental health settings, she works with clients from teenagers to seniors. Her approach focuses on building strong, respectful therapeutic relationships and empowering clients to recognize and use their strengths to enhance well-being, overcome challenges, and achieve their personal goals.
Therapy is a safe place to rebuild, reflect, and heal. I’ll meet you where you are. Rosemary holds a BA in Psychology from Syracuse University and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Longwood University. With over 15 years of experience across diverse mental health settings, she works with clients from teenagers to seniors. Her approach focuses on building strong, respectful therapeutic relationships and empowering clients to recognize and use their strengths to enhance well-being, overcome challenges, and achieve their personal goals.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? I support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, discrimination, life transitions, and challenges with self-worth, relationships, and identity. My approach blends psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and humanistic techniques to help clients understand the roots of their struggles and build a stronger, more empowered sense of self.
I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Fielding Graduate University. I believe therapy is not just about surviving life’s storms—but learning how to dance in the rain.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? I support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, discrimination, life transitions, and challenges with self-worth, relationships, and identity. My approach blends psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and humanistic techniques to help clients understand the roots of their struggles and build a stronger, more empowered sense of self.
I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Fielding Graduate University. I believe therapy is not just about surviving life’s storms—but learning how to dance in the rain.
Rooted in a love of community and new experiences, Alexis brings curiosity and balance to both her personal and professional life. Born in Jacksonville, North Carolina, and raised in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Alexis has lived in Mount Holly, New Jersey, Augusta, Georgia, and now Washington, DC, alongside her husband of four years, who is active duty in the United States Air Force.
Rooted in a love of community and new experiences, Alexis brings curiosity and balance to both her personal and professional life. Born in Jacksonville, North Carolina, and raised in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Alexis has lived in Mount Holly, New Jersey, Augusta, Georgia, and now Washington, DC, alongside her husband of four years, who is active duty in the United States Air Force.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? I’m Kara Tracy, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5+ years helping teens and adults navigate trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, infertility, and substance challenges. As an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I provide compassionate, tailored support. Together, we’ll work at your pace to build coping skills, process experiences, and create a path toward healing and growth.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? I’m Kara Tracy, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5+ years helping teens and adults navigate trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, infertility, and substance challenges. As an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I provide compassionate, tailored support. Together, we’ll work at your pace to build coping skills, process experiences, and create a path toward healing and growth.
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