The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists in Charlottesville, VA
You're not alone, and you don’t have to feel stuck. I help teens and young adults take back control from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Together, we’ll work toward real change—more confidence, a stronger sense of who you are, and a better quality of life. My goal is to help clients regain a sense of autonomy and improve emotional well-being. My clients have a high success rate in increased confidence, stronger identity, and overall life satisfaction.
You can book directly on my website or reach out via email for a free consultation.
You're not alone, and you don’t have to feel stuck. I help teens and young adults take back control from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Together, we’ll work toward real change—more confidence, a stronger sense of who you are, and a better quality of life. My goal is to help clients regain a sense of autonomy and improve emotional well-being. My clients have a high success rate in increased confidence, stronger identity, and overall life satisfaction.
You can book directly on my website or reach out via email for a free consultation.
Your mental health gets in the way of the tasks you need to do to move your life forward; maybe you struggle with loneliness. Sometimes you feel overwhelmed by a monster to-do list that spans several areas of your life; you struggle to adopt positive habits or manage negative ones; you feel paralyzed by challenges like cleaning out a storage unit, finding a job, or negotiating a bill with a health insurance company. Sometimes you get stuck in patterns of procrastination and shame. Sometimes you don't know who to trust; sometimes you struggle to manage relationships in a healthy way.
Your mental health gets in the way of the tasks you need to do to move your life forward; maybe you struggle with loneliness. Sometimes you feel overwhelmed by a monster to-do list that spans several areas of your life; you struggle to adopt positive habits or manage negative ones; you feel paralyzed by challenges like cleaning out a storage unit, finding a job, or negotiating a bill with a health insurance company. Sometimes you get stuck in patterns of procrastination and shame. Sometimes you don't know who to trust; sometimes you struggle to manage relationships in a healthy way.
I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness for individuals and couples throughout Virginia. My philosophy centers on the profound mind, body, and spirit connection, tailoring each therapeutic journey to the unique needs of every client. Influenced by methodologies like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and Client-Centered and Solution-Focused Therapies, I provide a comprehensive toolkit for personal growth. I am dedicated to supporting you on your path to improved mental health, with services also available in Spanish.
I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness for individuals and couples throughout Virginia. My philosophy centers on the profound mind, body, and spirit connection, tailoring each therapeutic journey to the unique needs of every client. Influenced by methodologies like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and Client-Centered and Solution-Focused Therapies, I provide a comprehensive toolkit for personal growth. I am dedicated to supporting you on your path to improved mental health, with services also available in Spanish.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. I want therapy to feel calm and welcoming, and my hope is that you feel comfortable being open about what you are experiencing and supported as you begin to make sense of it.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I use CBT, DBT, and EMDR, and I adjust these tools to fit your goals and your pace. I want our sessions to feel grounded, honest, and centered on helping you understand yourself and move toward what matters most to you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. I want therapy to feel calm and welcoming, and my hope is that you feel comfortable being open about what you are experiencing and supported as you begin to make sense of it.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I use CBT, DBT, and EMDR, and I adjust these tools to fit your goals and your pace. I want our sessions to feel grounded, honest, and centered on helping you understand yourself and move toward what matters most to you.
Briana Shea, Individual, Somatic & Couples Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in the strategies we develop to find love, protect ourselves, and relate to others. I work with adults, couples, and parents to explore the attachment patterns, unresolved pain, and nervous-system responses beneath recurring struggles. Using attachment-focused and somatic therapy, we slow down your internal responses to threat, disconnection, or overwhelm, helping you understand not just what you do, but why. We then create space for new ways of responding so you can feel clearer, stronger, and safer in your sense of self, more secure in your relationships, and more grounded, connected, and fully alive in your body.
I specialize in the strategies we develop to find love, protect ourselves, and relate to others. I work with adults, couples, and parents to explore the attachment patterns, unresolved pain, and nervous-system responses beneath recurring struggles. Using attachment-focused and somatic therapy, we slow down your internal responses to threat, disconnection, or overwhelm, helping you understand not just what you do, but why. We then create space for new ways of responding so you can feel clearer, stronger, and safer in your sense of self, more secure in your relationships, and more grounded, connected, and fully alive in your body.
I have worked successfully with a wide variety of families, couples, and individuals. My goals are always to help people improve their lives and ability to work with others by choosing better approaches and developing greater empathy for one another. Coming out of my doctoral program I specialized in work with complex, conflicted families, including high conflict divorce cases. More recently, I have worked extensively with adolescents and their families dealing with difficulties like Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harm/suicidality, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I have worked successfully with a wide variety of families, couples, and individuals. My goals are always to help people improve their lives and ability to work with others by choosing better approaches and developing greater empathy for one another. Coming out of my doctoral program I specialized in work with complex, conflicted families, including high conflict divorce cases. More recently, I have worked extensively with adolescents and their families dealing with difficulties like Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harm/suicidality, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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former Vice President of LDS-CAPA and a member of APA Division 50 on Men and Masculinity.
I am a kinda nerdy therapist who works with those who love Fantasy, Sci-fi and fandom communities learn how to level up emotionally, break old patterns, and build a life that is aligned with their values. I use ACT, which is grounded in connecting with our core values and strengths, and a therapy space that genuinely understands our inner worlds. I specialize in supporting men move from avoidance to action, from self criticism into self leadership, and from feeling stuck to more grounded.
former Vice President of LDS-CAPA and a member of APA Division 50 on Men and Masculinity.
I am a kinda nerdy therapist who works with those who love Fantasy, Sci-fi and fandom communities learn how to level up emotionally, break old patterns, and build a life that is aligned with their values. I use ACT, which is grounded in connecting with our core values and strengths, and a therapy space that genuinely understands our inner worlds. I specialize in supporting men move from avoidance to action, from self criticism into self leadership, and from feeling stuck to more grounded.
My name is RD. No, it doesn't stand for anything. You can call me RD, Dr. RD, or Drrd for short!
I provide individual, couples, Dungeons and Dragons group psychotherapy, and psychological assessments. Both in person and telehealth.
While I am confident in my abilities to work with most mental health concerns, I enjoy working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, perfectionism, trauma in all its forms, identity development, multicultural issues, Indigenous health, spirituality, sexual identity, family/relationships, crises, self harm, and suicidality. I work especially well with teens, adults and the elderly.
My name is RD. No, it doesn't stand for anything. You can call me RD, Dr. RD, or Drrd for short!
I provide individual, couples, Dungeons and Dragons group psychotherapy, and psychological assessments. Both in person and telehealth.
While I am confident in my abilities to work with most mental health concerns, I enjoy working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, perfectionism, trauma in all its forms, identity development, multicultural issues, Indigenous health, spirituality, sexual identity, family/relationships, crises, self harm, and suicidality. I work especially well with teens, adults and the elderly.
I work with individuals and couples who are high achievers and are struggling with stress or balance in their lives. I help clients improve relationships and reduce anxiety. Many of my clients have demanding jobs and busy family lives and are looking for additional tools to optimize performance and relationships at home and at work. I also work with clients who need help navigating life transitions, faith crises, or other religious struggles. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, sport and performance psychology, and relationship and communication skill building with people to help them reach their goals.
I work with individuals and couples who are high achievers and are struggling with stress or balance in their lives. I help clients improve relationships and reduce anxiety. Many of my clients have demanding jobs and busy family lives and are looking for additional tools to optimize performance and relationships at home and at work. I also work with clients who need help navigating life transitions, faith crises, or other religious struggles. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, sport and performance psychology, and relationship and communication skill building with people to help them reach their goals.
I know that reaching out for help can be one of the hardest, bravest steps you’ll ever take.
Hi, I’m Spencer,
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply trying to navigate life’s ups and downs, I’m here to meet you where you are with empathy, curiosity, and a non-judgmental space to explore what’s going on.
I work with adults and teens, helping them work through challenges like anxiety, depression, disability, suicidal thoughts, burnout, and life transitions. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me feels more like a real conversation than a clinical session.
I know that reaching out for help can be one of the hardest, bravest steps you’ll ever take.
Hi, I’m Spencer,
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply trying to navigate life’s ups and downs, I’m here to meet you where you are with empathy, curiosity, and a non-judgmental space to explore what’s going on.
I work with adults and teens, helping them work through challenges like anxiety, depression, disability, suicidal thoughts, burnout, and life transitions. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me feels more like a real conversation than a clinical session.
Are you carrying the weight of unresolved trauma that leaves you or your family feeling powerless or stuck? Do you notice patterns of low self-worth, persistent sadness, or a fear of failure that seem to hold you back from living fully? You are not alone—and healing is possible.
I offer a safe, compassionate space where individuals, couples, and families can begin to process painful experiences and build the tools needed to feel grounded, empowered, and whole. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or for your family, our work together can foster emotional resilience, self-compassion, and a renewed sense of hope.
Are you carrying the weight of unresolved trauma that leaves you or your family feeling powerless or stuck? Do you notice patterns of low self-worth, persistent sadness, or a fear of failure that seem to hold you back from living fully? You are not alone—and healing is possible.
I offer a safe, compassionate space where individuals, couples, and families can begin to process painful experiences and build the tools needed to feel grounded, empowered, and whole. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or for your family, our work together can foster emotional resilience, self-compassion, and a renewed sense of hope.
My clients are thoughtful, high-functioning individuals struggling with OCD—intrusive thoughts, doubt, and relentless overthinking. They often feel stuck trying to “figure things out” or get certainty. Using I-CBT, I help them understand how OCD works, step out of mental loops, and regain trust in themselves so they can move forward with clarity and confidence.
My clients are thoughtful, high-functioning individuals struggling with OCD—intrusive thoughts, doubt, and relentless overthinking. They often feel stuck trying to “figure things out” or get certainty. Using I-CBT, I help them understand how OCD works, step out of mental loops, and regain trust in themselves so they can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Finding a therapist is daunting; I value the work you've done so far and am honored you're here. You may feel stuck, unsure, doubtful that much can improve your way of thinking and relating to yourself, others, and the world around you. What I've found is that people attempt to change behaviors instead of the roots of how they came to be; I want to help attend to your attachment wounds, heal your inner critic, explore self-compassion, acknowledge your values, and improve your relationships. I hold the therapeutic relationship in highest regard and hope our work together can be a place where you feel safe to heal.
Finding a therapist is daunting; I value the work you've done so far and am honored you're here. You may feel stuck, unsure, doubtful that much can improve your way of thinking and relating to yourself, others, and the world around you. What I've found is that people attempt to change behaviors instead of the roots of how they came to be; I want to help attend to your attachment wounds, heal your inner critic, explore self-compassion, acknowledge your values, and improve your relationships. I hold the therapeutic relationship in highest regard and hope our work together can be a place where you feel safe to heal.
I believe it is possible to live a life in which you are fulfilled and thriving, and that the power to do so dwells within you! Life doesn't move in straight lines, and often veers down pathways we don't expect. As your therapist, I am here to join you in your journey out of stress and depression toward contentment and joy.
I believe it is possible to live a life in which you are fulfilled and thriving, and that the power to do so dwells within you! Life doesn't move in straight lines, and often veers down pathways we don't expect. As your therapist, I am here to join you in your journey out of stress and depression toward contentment and joy.
My specialties include cultural competence in working with Mormon or LDS clients anywhere on the spectrum of belief/activity, faith transitions, and working with athletes on sports and performance psychology, body image issues, and building positive relationships with coaches and parents.
I help adults, teens, and couples who want to work through relationship issues, anxiety, perfectionism, and issues related to high performance. I specialize in working with athletes and people with demanding jobs who want to balance work and family and improve their mental performance and relationships. I also specialize in working with people who have a religious background and may be experiencing a faith crisis. I use cognitive behavioral strategies, sport and performance psychology techniques, and relationship and communication skill building to help people motivated to achieve their goals make changes in their lives.
My specialties include cultural competence in working with Mormon or LDS clients anywhere on the spectrum of belief/activity, faith transitions, and working with athletes on sports and performance psychology, body image issues, and building positive relationships with coaches and parents.
I help adults, teens, and couples who want to work through relationship issues, anxiety, perfectionism, and issues related to high performance. I specialize in working with athletes and people with demanding jobs who want to balance work and family and improve their mental performance and relationships. I also specialize in working with people who have a religious background and may be experiencing a faith crisis. I use cognitive behavioral strategies, sport and performance psychology techniques, and relationship and communication skill building to help people motivated to achieve their goals make changes in their lives.
I also have a subspeciality in LDS clients (active to post) who have marginalized identities, are in mixed-faith marriages, are queer, or are deconstructing.
Therapy is a place for you to feel seen and understood. In our sessions, I listen to your story and help piece together the elements of who you are and what has shaped your life. This provides context for your current feelings, decisions, patterns, behaviors, and most especially your relationships. I specialize in working with couples who want to take a deeper look at their relationship. Those who seeking to move beyond communication skills and create genuine connection and intimacy.
I also have a subspeciality in LDS clients (active to post) who have marginalized identities, are in mixed-faith marriages, are queer, or are deconstructing.
Therapy is a place for you to feel seen and understood. In our sessions, I listen to your story and help piece together the elements of who you are and what has shaped your life. This provides context for your current feelings, decisions, patterns, behaviors, and most especially your relationships. I specialize in working with couples who want to take a deeper look at their relationship. Those who seeking to move beyond communication skills and create genuine connection and intimacy.
George Kayser- Keystone Couple and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Buena Vista, VA 24416
I specialize in couple and sex therapy, and family therapy. I help couples improve communication, improve their sexual relationship and intimacy, move forward from pain caused by their spouse or partner's actions, and, for those on the brink of divorce, figure out together whether or not to continue the marriage. I'm happy to help with these and any other concerns you may bring up in session. In family therapy sessions, I help families improve their mental health by strengthening parent-child, sibling, in-laws and other family relationships. I am a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy expert, with a background in family systems theory.
I specialize in couple and sex therapy, and family therapy. I help couples improve communication, improve their sexual relationship and intimacy, move forward from pain caused by their spouse or partner's actions, and, for those on the brink of divorce, figure out together whether or not to continue the marriage. I'm happy to help with these and any other concerns you may bring up in session. In family therapy sessions, I help families improve their mental health by strengthening parent-child, sibling, in-laws and other family relationships. I am a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy expert, with a background in family systems theory.
It is vital to provide a supportive, attuned presence to help my patients work through the struggles, problems, and difficulties that have brought them into treatment. I build a relationship of trust with my patients to help them feel the support and care I have for them. Diligently exploring a patient's negative emotions and problematic relationships leads to healing. Through simple challenges, highlighting interpersonal and emotional patterns, encouragement, and honest feedback, I aim to help the patient feel the love and support needed to heal and change.
It is vital to provide a supportive, attuned presence to help my patients work through the struggles, problems, and difficulties that have brought them into treatment. I build a relationship of trust with my patients to help them feel the support and care I have for them. Diligently exploring a patient's negative emotions and problematic relationships leads to healing. Through simple challenges, highlighting interpersonal and emotional patterns, encouragement, and honest feedback, I aim to help the patient feel the love and support needed to heal and change.
I enjoy working with teens and young adults who experience trauma, depression, anxiety, or life transitions. As a therapist I believe that establishing a therapeutic relationship is key in any treatment and work to create a safe space free of judgement. I believe that individuals have the capacity for healing within themselves and thus will work with clients to create individualized goals and plans.
I enjoy working with teens and young adults who experience trauma, depression, anxiety, or life transitions. As a therapist I believe that establishing a therapeutic relationship is key in any treatment and work to create a safe space free of judgement. I believe that individuals have the capacity for healing within themselves and thus will work with clients to create individualized goals and plans.
I specialize in the full arc of transformation - helping you process unresolved pain, change relational patterns, undo aloneness, and remove the blocks and barriers that prevent you from fully inhabiting your life. I work with clients to move beyond performance, perfectionism, anxiety, people-pleasing, self-criticism, and strained relational cycles by transforming the deeper emotional and attachment patterns that live underneath. Together, we work toward lasting change that is not only understood intellectually but deeply felt and lived.
I specialize in the full arc of transformation - helping you process unresolved pain, change relational patterns, undo aloneness, and remove the blocks and barriers that prevent you from fully inhabiting your life. I work with clients to move beyond performance, perfectionism, anxiety, people-pleasing, self-criticism, and strained relational cycles by transforming the deeper emotional and attachment patterns that live underneath. Together, we work toward lasting change that is not only understood intellectually but deeply felt and lived.
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FAQ - About LDS Counseling
What can a Latter-day Saint (LDS) therapist help with?
LDS therapists are licensed mental health professionals who are familiar with the beliefs, values, and cultural context of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Therefore, like other licensed therapists, LDS therapists can help with concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and family conflict. They may be especially helpful if you want to incorporate the role of family, church participation, prayer, and community expectations into therapy. An LDS therapist may also support you with concerns that intersect with faith, such as questions about identity or belonging, shame, sexuality, marital expectations, parenting, or navigating relationships.
How does being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints affect therapy?
For many Latter-day Saints, faith is closely connected to emotional wellbeing, family life, and decision-making. A therapist who understands Latter-day Saint beliefs and culture may be better able to recognize why church involvement and practices feel central to your life. This shared understanding can help you feel more comfortable and less burdened by the need to explain your religious background. It may also strengthen the therapeutic alliance, which refers to the working relationship between you and your therapist and is tied to positive therapy outcomes. At the same time, you and your therapist do not need to share the same faith to work together effectively. Many therapists who are not Latter-day Saint can still provide culturally responsive care if they approach your beliefs with respect and humility, rather than making assumptions or dismissing the role of faith.
Can an LDS therapist help with marriage and couples counseling?
LDS therapy can include marriage counseling, couples counseling, and premarital counseling. For many couples, these sessions may include discussion of how shared beliefs shape the relationship, such as expectations around marriage, family life, church participation, and parenting. Therapy may also be helpful when partners have different views about faith; for example, one partner may be more active in church than the other, have different beliefs about gender roles or parenting, or be navigating their own questions about faith. Depending on your preferences as a couple, an LDS therapist may incorporate faith-informed reflection alongside other evidence-based relationship tools, such as communication skills, emotional regulation strategies, and conflict-resolution techniques.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with LDS clients?
If faith is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with LDS clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask questions such as, “Have you worked with clients who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?” or “How do you incorporate aspects of faith into therapy sessions?” As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A good therapist should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of LDS therapists?
The directory of LDS therapists includes therapists who have shared their faith background in their profiles or therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with LDS clients or communities, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. Not all therapists choose to disclose this information on their profile, and these individuals would not appear in search results for this reason.