In Person Therapists in Charlottesville, VA
I see in-person clients over tea at the office, and online via video.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to change their relationships with others, and with themselves. My approach is compassionate, direct, and deeply engaged. I believe growth requires both acceptance and accountability, and I create an experience where both can exist at the same time. Clients often tell me they appreciate that I don't speak in clichés or tell them what they want to hear.
I see in-person clients over tea at the office, and online via video.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to change their relationships with others, and with themselves. My approach is compassionate, direct, and deeply engaged. I believe growth requires both acceptance and accountability, and I create an experience where both can exist at the same time. Clients often tell me they appreciate that I don't speak in clichés or tell them what they want to hear.
We offer flexible hours, both in-person and telehealth, accept most major insurances, and hire only licensed providers.
Taking the step to seek therapy takes courage—and you deserve recognition for prioritizing your mental health. I’m Alex Johnson (she/her), LCSW, with a Bachelors from Oberlin College and a Masters in Social Work from Columbia University. With over four years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and crisis settings, I support clients facing substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and other mental health challenges. I provide a safe, supportive space to heal, grow, and navigate life’s challenges together.
We offer flexible hours, both in-person and telehealth, accept most major insurances, and hire only licensed providers.
Taking the step to seek therapy takes courage—and you deserve recognition for prioritizing your mental health. I’m Alex Johnson (she/her), LCSW, with a Bachelors from Oberlin College and a Masters in Social Work from Columbia University. With over four years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and crisis settings, I support clients facing substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and other mental health challenges. I provide a safe, supportive space to heal, grow, and navigate life’s challenges together.
I offer in person sessions for clients in Charlottesville on Mondays and virtual sessions.
Now accepting new clients.
As a man of transgender and queer experience, I am committed to support and offer a safer space, for your whole self to show up, be seen, heard, affirmed, and celebrated. You deserve to be met with compassion, care, acceptance, and joy as a trans, gender expansive, and/or queer person. I am passionate about working with and supporting members of my community. I have lived experience and understanding of trans and queer identities and the intersections of these identities. I create an affirming therapeutic safer space for your healing, awareness, and whole self to show up.
I offer in person sessions for clients in Charlottesville on Mondays and virtual sessions.
Now accepting new clients.
As a man of transgender and queer experience, I am committed to support and offer a safer space, for your whole self to show up, be seen, heard, affirmed, and celebrated. You deserve to be met with compassion, care, acceptance, and joy as a trans, gender expansive, and/or queer person. I am passionate about working with and supporting members of my community. I have lived experience and understanding of trans and queer identities and the intersections of these identities. I create an affirming therapeutic safer space for your healing, awareness, and whole self to show up.
As a counselor, I understand that trauma occurs at any age, in many different forms. It can be overt, in the case of physical abuse and death; ambiguous, in the form of divorce, break-ups, peer pressure, bullying and the impact of social media. It can also be entirely hidden from our consciousness. Counseling is a way to approach and connect with trauma in a safe place. It is a way to help yourself heal.
As a counselor, I understand that trauma occurs at any age, in many different forms. It can be overt, in the case of physical abuse and death; ambiguous, in the form of divorce, break-ups, peer pressure, bullying and the impact of social media. It can also be entirely hidden from our consciousness. Counseling is a way to approach and connect with trauma in a safe place. It is a way to help yourself heal.
I am committed to supporting patients with dignity, empathy, and evidence-based treatment plans. I believe in patient-centered care where we work together in partnership, and I meet them where they are and help them pursue their goals for treatment.
I am committed to supporting patients with dignity, empathy, and evidence-based treatment plans. I believe in patient-centered care where we work together in partnership, and I meet them where they are and help them pursue their goals for treatment.
In my practice, I specialize in relationships and sexuality. Work with me is experiential, engaged, and playful. I see weekly clients and also work in extended, multi-hour or day formats to support lasting change to an individual or relationship’s patterns in a shorter period of time. Common areas of focus include: improving intimacy and eroticism, navigating relationship impasses, healing betrayals and sexual traumas, kink, restructuring relationships (i.e. non-monogamy, uncoupling), navigating medical and bodily changes, erectile or pelvic floor concerns, and exploring identities: sexual, erotic, relationship, gender.
In my practice, I specialize in relationships and sexuality. Work with me is experiential, engaged, and playful. I see weekly clients and also work in extended, multi-hour or day formats to support lasting change to an individual or relationship’s patterns in a shorter period of time. Common areas of focus include: improving intimacy and eroticism, navigating relationship impasses, healing betrayals and sexual traumas, kink, restructuring relationships (i.e. non-monogamy, uncoupling), navigating medical and bodily changes, erectile or pelvic floor concerns, and exploring identities: sexual, erotic, relationship, gender.
Psychological Testing Services, LLC (PTS, LLC) is a resource for mental health and educational evaluations for adolescents and adults. Questions may be about ADHD/ADD, learning disorders, mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders or bipolar disorder, and documentation of mental health and educational conditions in support of academic accommodations. I also provide educational testing for learning disorders and ADHD for children aged 11 or 12 as well as IQ/gifted/admissions testing for children aged 6 and older.
Psychological Testing Services, LLC (PTS, LLC) is a resource for mental health and educational evaluations for adolescents and adults. Questions may be about ADHD/ADD, learning disorders, mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders or bipolar disorder, and documentation of mental health and educational conditions in support of academic accommodations. I also provide educational testing for learning disorders and ADHD for children aged 11 or 12 as well as IQ/gifted/admissions testing for children aged 6 and older.
I am accepting new clients for in-person or virtual therapy.
The first of Thich Nhat Hahn's Four Mantras of Love is, "Darling, I am here for you." This is the core of my therapeutic work: cultivating, together, your ability to be with yourself with kindness and curiosity as you navigate the difficulties and the beauty of the human experience.
I bring knowledge of neurobiology and belief in post-traumatic growth to each therapeutic relationship, trusting in the power of co-regulation and resourcing to create a fertile ground for your transformation.
I am accepting new clients for in-person or virtual therapy.
The first of Thich Nhat Hahn's Four Mantras of Love is, "Darling, I am here for you." This is the core of my therapeutic work: cultivating, together, your ability to be with yourself with kindness and curiosity as you navigate the difficulties and the beauty of the human experience.
I bring knowledge of neurobiology and belief in post-traumatic growth to each therapeutic relationship, trusting in the power of co-regulation and resourcing to create a fertile ground for your transformation.
Our minds can make us better or they can create tremendous problems. Can you use your mind to reduce your suffering, rather than increase it? Or to increase meaning and depth in your life? Sometimes a sympathetic family member or wise friend can help a great deal; other times a knowledgeable, compassionate professional is a better choice. Perhaps your internal life feels out of control, or you're feeling stuck, repeating ineffective patterns of relating to yourself and others. I work with people to help them understand themselves and their situation, manage stress better, and make positive changes happen.
Our minds can make us better or they can create tremendous problems. Can you use your mind to reduce your suffering, rather than increase it? Or to increase meaning and depth in your life? Sometimes a sympathetic family member or wise friend can help a great deal; other times a knowledgeable, compassionate professional is a better choice. Perhaps your internal life feels out of control, or you're feeling stuck, repeating ineffective patterns of relating to yourself and others. I work with people to help them understand themselves and their situation, manage stress better, and make positive changes happen.
Therapy sessions are available in person, via secure telehealth, or through a flexible hybrid approach combining both.
Leela serves adults seeking meaningful change and greater ease in their lives. With over 23 years of experience, she partners with clients navigating stress, trauma, loss and grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and emotional concerns—supporting those who desire reduced stress, healthier relationships with self and others, and an improved quality of life.
Therapy sessions are available in person, via secure telehealth, or through a flexible hybrid approach combining both.
Leela serves adults seeking meaningful change and greater ease in their lives. With over 23 years of experience, she partners with clients navigating stress, trauma, loss and grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and emotional concerns—supporting those who desire reduced stress, healthier relationships with self and others, and an improved quality of life.
Tova Sularz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Waitlist for new clients
I see clients virtually in both states, and in person in Charlottesville, VA.
I enjoy working with couples and individuals on a wide range of concerns and goals, including attachment and intimacy, emotional regulation, self-worth, decision-making, identity exploration, and healing from trauma. I work with people seeking clarity about who they are, and how to come into alignment with their values and desires.
I see clients virtually in both states, and in person in Charlottesville, VA.
I enjoy working with couples and individuals on a wide range of concerns and goals, including attachment and intimacy, emotional regulation, self-worth, decision-making, identity exploration, and healing from trauma. I work with people seeking clarity about who they are, and how to come into alignment with their values and desires.
I have in person office hours and telehealth available for your convenience.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I am honored to support clients on their journey toward healing and resilience. I provide evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, and major life transitions.
My approach emphasizes developing a strong, healthy sense of self while building practical strategies to manage life’s challenges with confidence and balance.
I have in person office hours and telehealth available for your convenience.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I am honored to support clients on their journey toward healing and resilience. I provide evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, and major life transitions.
My approach emphasizes developing a strong, healthy sense of self while building practical strategies to manage life’s challenges with confidence and balance.
I am a clinical psychologist with experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy in outpatient and inpatient settings. My areas of interest include working with couples, parents of adolescents, high-stress families, and women with trauma histories. I enjoy working with couples and families to help them find new ways of communicating with each other and their children. I provide comprehensive psychological assessments for children and adults using cognitive, achievement, and personality measures. I aim to make assessments a useful addendum to therapy, psychiatric care, and improved classroom and home functioning.
I am a clinical psychologist with experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy in outpatient and inpatient settings. My areas of interest include working with couples, parents of adolescents, high-stress families, and women with trauma histories. I enjoy working with couples and families to help them find new ways of communicating with each other and their children. I provide comprehensive psychological assessments for children and adults using cognitive, achievement, and personality measures. I aim to make assessments a useful addendum to therapy, psychiatric care, and improved classroom and home functioning.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. Also, I successfully completed Brené Brown’s Daring Way Certification in September 2017. My treatment approach is to provide support with insight and feedback to help clients address current challenges and long-standing issues. With sensitivity and compassion, I draw from different styles and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. Together with each client, I work to build on strengths and achieve life goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. Also, I successfully completed Brené Brown’s Daring Way Certification in September 2017. My treatment approach is to provide support with insight and feedback to help clients address current challenges and long-standing issues. With sensitivity and compassion, I draw from different styles and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. Together with each client, I work to build on strengths and achieve life goals.
I offer in-person and online sessions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that therapy is for everyone, and is a collaborative experience for us to reach whatever goals you bring. Through compassionate listening, humor, and expressive interventions, I strive to create a warm and trusting relationship with my clients, and utilize strength-based and humanistic approaches that cater towards learning from past and personal experiences in order to find solutions that work for you. Together, we can not only reshape negative thought patterns related to anxiety/depression, but also explore identity, life, and find meaning in everything in between.
I offer in-person and online sessions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that therapy is for everyone, and is a collaborative experience for us to reach whatever goals you bring. Through compassionate listening, humor, and expressive interventions, I strive to create a warm and trusting relationship with my clients, and utilize strength-based and humanistic approaches that cater towards learning from past and personal experiences in order to find solutions that work for you. Together, we can not only reshape negative thought patterns related to anxiety/depression, but also explore identity, life, and find meaning in everything in between.
I see most patients in-person, though I also provide telehealth video sessions for individuals living outside the Central VA region.
My primary area of specialty involves psychotherapy for individuals with bipolar disorder. With regard to broader practice areas, my work includes issues such as depressive disorders, personality disorders, adjustment and transition issues (employment change, empty nesting, death of a loved one, divorce, geographic relocation, retirement, etc.), GLBT issues, and individuals dealing with adjustment to physical disability. I have been licensed as a psychologist and practicing for over 40+ years.
I see most patients in-person, though I also provide telehealth video sessions for individuals living outside the Central VA region.
My primary area of specialty involves psychotherapy for individuals with bipolar disorder. With regard to broader practice areas, my work includes issues such as depressive disorders, personality disorders, adjustment and transition issues (employment change, empty nesting, death of a loved one, divorce, geographic relocation, retirement, etc.), GLBT issues, and individuals dealing with adjustment to physical disability. I have been licensed as a psychologist and practicing for over 40+ years.
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.
Therapy has as its fulcrum a secure, connected, trustworthy relationship. Within this safe zone there is opportunity for discovery, healing, questioning, empowerment, questioning, and goal-setting. I see therapy as an open-ended, yet purposeful opportunity for all of these, and more. I strive to help clients explore and expand their sense of themselves, and to live and relate authentically, both in relationships and in vocation. I have a gentle, affirmative clinical presence, at points serene and curious, at others interactive, with humor as an adjunct.
Therapy has as its fulcrum a secure, connected, trustworthy relationship. Within this safe zone there is opportunity for discovery, healing, questioning, empowerment, questioning, and goal-setting. I see therapy as an open-ended, yet purposeful opportunity for all of these, and more. I strive to help clients explore and expand their sense of themselves, and to live and relate authentically, both in relationships and in vocation. I have a gentle, affirmative clinical presence, at points serene and curious, at others interactive, with humor as an adjunct.
Now accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years experience working with a variety of individuals in the Charlottesville area. My approach is to work with a client and their internal world, their thoughts and feelings, and help to resolve internal and external conflicts. We all at times can get stuck in patterns of behavior or relationships that we want to make better, and with an insight-oriented approach I work to help individuals make that happen.
Now accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years experience working with a variety of individuals in the Charlottesville area. My approach is to work with a client and their internal world, their thoughts and feelings, and help to resolve internal and external conflicts. We all at times can get stuck in patterns of behavior or relationships that we want to make better, and with an insight-oriented approach I work to help individuals make that happen.
Clients coming to see me are generally in one of three categories: 1) People who are unhappy and know why. They have experienced loss, mistreatment, oppression, trauma, major illness, discrimination, or other experiences that they identify as the source of their distress. 2) People who are unhappy and don't know why. They may feel depressed, anxious, or dissatisfied with their lives and not know the reason. 3) People who feel okay but want to come to life more fully and feel even better.
Clients coming to see me are generally in one of three categories: 1) People who are unhappy and know why. They have experienced loss, mistreatment, oppression, trauma, major illness, discrimination, or other experiences that they identify as the source of their distress. 2) People who are unhappy and don't know why. They may feel depressed, anxious, or dissatisfied with their lives and not know the reason. 3) People who feel okay but want to come to life more fully and feel even better.
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