Therapists for Children in Chesapeake, VA
I help children, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They want a safe, non-judgmental space with practical tools they can use right away. They seek a compassionate, down-to-earth therapist who “keeps it real” and offers honest feedback. Their goals include reducing distress, building confidence, improving relationships, and finding balance. They’re ready for change and want a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and stable.
I help children, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They want a safe, non-judgmental space with practical tools they can use right away. They seek a compassionate, down-to-earth therapist who “keeps it real” and offers honest feedback. Their goals include reducing distress, building confidence, improving relationships, and finding balance. They’re ready for change and want a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and stable.
Are you missing the emotional or physical connection in your relationship? Does communication feel more difficult? Do you need help rebuilding trust and intimacy? If so, you are in the right place! I work with both couples and individuals on relational and sex therapy. I have experience working with attachment injuries, mismatched desire, sexual dysfunctions, and sexual trauma.
Are you missing the emotional or physical connection in your relationship? Does communication feel more difficult? Do you need help rebuilding trust and intimacy? If so, you are in the right place! I work with both couples and individuals on relational and sex therapy. I have experience working with attachment injuries, mismatched desire, sexual dysfunctions, and sexual trauma.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards your mental wellness. Finding the right therapist is crucial to the therapeutic process and I would be happy to help you on that journey. My background in mental health is well-rounded. I have worked in the juvenile justice system, provided community-based services to youth and adults, engaged in court and crisis services, facilitated groups, and offered traditional outpatient therapy. Some of my specialties include life transitions, issues with self-esteem, education, career/professional development, single-parenting, divorce, depression, stress, anxiety, burnout, and ADHD.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards your mental wellness. Finding the right therapist is crucial to the therapeutic process and I would be happy to help you on that journey. My background in mental health is well-rounded. I have worked in the juvenile justice system, provided community-based services to youth and adults, engaged in court and crisis services, facilitated groups, and offered traditional outpatient therapy. Some of my specialties include life transitions, issues with self-esteem, education, career/professional development, single-parenting, divorce, depression, stress, anxiety, burnout, and ADHD.
I work with individuals whether it is a child, teenager, or an adult that may be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, or low self-esteem, and more.
Do you feel like you are on "auto-pilot" and just going through the motions in your life? Well, for over 15 years, I have been assisting individuals, couples, and families to become more engaged and fulfilled in their relationships, goals, and dreams. I am an engaged, flexible, and active therapist, trained in many approaches to partner with you to help you proactively strengthen your relationships and personal well-being.
I work with individuals whether it is a child, teenager, or an adult that may be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, or low self-esteem, and more.
Do you feel like you are on "auto-pilot" and just going through the motions in your life? Well, for over 15 years, I have been assisting individuals, couples, and families to become more engaged and fulfilled in their relationships, goals, and dreams. I am an engaged, flexible, and active therapist, trained in many approaches to partner with you to help you proactively strengthen your relationships and personal well-being.
Sara Zandford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Waitlist for new clients
Over the past eight years I have worked with a variety of people struggling with a range of obstacles including anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, chronic and terminal illness, Postpartum Depression, infant or pregnancy loss, child loss, difficulties within the school system, domestic violence, and those impacted by the criminal justice system.
I have professional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy (TF-CBT), and Exposure Response Therapy. I have frequently used a trauma informed approach to help those struggling with trauma related to grief and medical illness. I will work with you to develop an approach that will best meet what you need to achieve your goals
Over the past eight years I have worked with a variety of people struggling with a range of obstacles including anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, chronic and terminal illness, Postpartum Depression, infant or pregnancy loss, child loss, difficulties within the school system, domestic violence, and those impacted by the criminal justice system.
I have professional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy (TF-CBT), and Exposure Response Therapy. I have frequently used a trauma informed approach to help those struggling with trauma related to grief and medical illness. I will work with you to develop an approach that will best meet what you need to achieve your goals
Janice Holemon - Persevering Families & Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, BA
Chesapeake, VA 23320
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Forensic Expert, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Sex Therapist, Parent Educator, and Virginia Supreme Court-approved provider, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate trauma, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, direct, and solution-focused, empowering clients to build resilience, improve relationships, and create lasting change.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Forensic Expert, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Sex Therapist, Parent Educator, and Virginia Supreme Court-approved provider, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate trauma, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, direct, and solution-focused, empowering clients to build resilience, improve relationships, and create lasting change.
After earning my bachelor's degree, I worked as a QMHP providing Intensive In-Home services to children, adolescents, and families.
My method of treatment is influenced by a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. I specialize in reframing automatic negative thoughts and utilizing unconditional positive regard.
After earning my bachelor's degree, I worked as a QMHP providing Intensive In-Home services to children, adolescents, and families.
My method of treatment is influenced by a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. I specialize in reframing automatic negative thoughts and utilizing unconditional positive regard.
As a therapist, I focus on helping individuals manage challenges like ADHD, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. I provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely. What sets me apart is my personalized approach—each session is tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. Together, we will work to develop strategies that build resilience, improve focus, and empower you to make meaningful changes in your life. Let’s take this journey toward a healthier, more balanced you.
As a therapist, I focus on helping individuals manage challenges like ADHD, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. I provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely. What sets me apart is my personalized approach—each session is tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. Together, we will work to develop strategies that build resilience, improve focus, and empower you to make meaningful changes in your life. Let’s take this journey toward a healthier, more balanced you.
Inner Conversations Therapy & Life Coaching
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, LCSW-S, MSW, CLC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
It's not the conversation around you that distracts you, it's the conversation within you that distracts you! I am a Clinical Therapist that would love to connect with you to start the conversation to assist you as you navigate your life journey. I focus on creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where I can help clients identify opportunities for change and growth, cope with difficult emotions and experiences. It is my passion to assist you in solving problems in constructive ways that brings the opportunity to heal emotional wounds.
It's not the conversation around you that distracts you, it's the conversation within you that distracts you! I am a Clinical Therapist that would love to connect with you to start the conversation to assist you as you navigate your life journey. I focus on creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where I can help clients identify opportunities for change and growth, cope with difficult emotions and experiences. It is my passion to assist you in solving problems in constructive ways that brings the opportunity to heal emotional wounds.
Tamika believes everyone has the ability to achieve their personal best. She believes her approach of being a good listener and motivator inspires others. She is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD.
Tamika believes everyone has the ability to achieve their personal best. She believes her approach of being a good listener and motivator inspires others. She is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD.
My clinical experiences include working with adolescents and adults in a range of settings, such as inpatient behavioral health units, outpatient private practice, and integrated healthcare clinics such as primary care settings. These experiences allowed me to work with different presenting concerns, such as, but not limited to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship concerns, smoking cessation, and trauma. I specifically collaborate with clients to develop individualized goals unique to their needs.
My clinical experiences include working with adolescents and adults in a range of settings, such as inpatient behavioral health units, outpatient private practice, and integrated healthcare clinics such as primary care settings. These experiences allowed me to work with different presenting concerns, such as, but not limited to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship concerns, smoking cessation, and trauma. I specifically collaborate with clients to develop individualized goals unique to their needs.
I can also provide this for children who have experienced trauma or are having difficulty with traditional talk therapy.
I approach counseling with a multi-theoretical approach with person-centered counseling as the focus. This allows for a very in-depth and interpersonal experience. Other approaches include Emotion-Focused therapy, Relational, Adlerian Therapy, Acceptance-Commitment Therapy (ACT), Symbolic-Experiential Family Therapy, Gottman Method, DBT, and EMDR.
I can also provide this for children who have experienced trauma or are having difficulty with traditional talk therapy.
I approach counseling with a multi-theoretical approach with person-centered counseling as the focus. This allows for a very in-depth and interpersonal experience. Other approaches include Emotion-Focused therapy, Relational, Adlerian Therapy, Acceptance-Commitment Therapy (ACT), Symbolic-Experiential Family Therapy, Gottman Method, DBT, and EMDR.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Provider, my goal is to assist you in enhancing your overall ability to cope with stressors, increase self-awareness, and enhance resiliency. By utilizing an integrated approach we will work together as I aide you in establishing and maintaining relationships, utilizing refusal and coping skills in an effort to elicit behavioral change. "The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new". -Dan Millman
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Provider, my goal is to assist you in enhancing your overall ability to cope with stressors, increase self-awareness, and enhance resiliency. By utilizing an integrated approach we will work together as I aide you in establishing and maintaining relationships, utilizing refusal and coping skills in an effort to elicit behavioral change. "The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new". -Dan Millman
I work with children ages 8 & up, adolescents, adults, individuals, groups, couples, and families to explore strategies to navigate challenges, develop coping mechanisms, and build a strong foundation for your mental and emotional well-being.
My approach to counseling is eclectic and incorporates person-centered, strength-based, trauma-focused, and play-based interventions. My focus is on working with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, parenting, issues with self-esteem, difficulties with coping, and school- or work-related stressors.
I work with children ages 8 & up, adolescents, adults, individuals, groups, couples, and families to explore strategies to navigate challenges, develop coping mechanisms, and build a strong foundation for your mental and emotional well-being.
My approach to counseling is eclectic and incorporates person-centered, strength-based, trauma-focused, and play-based interventions. My focus is on working with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, parenting, issues with self-esteem, difficulties with coping, and school- or work-related stressors.
Briana Spratley is a Licensed Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy at The Fountain Within. With 12 years of experience in law enforcement, she specializes in supporting individuals, families, and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She has a special interest in supporting first responders and public safety professionals as they navigate the unique stressors associated with their professions. She also enjoys working with individuals from all walks of life, helping them navigate through the nuances of life.
Briana Spratley is a Licensed Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy at The Fountain Within. With 12 years of experience in law enforcement, she specializes in supporting individuals, families, and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She has a special interest in supporting first responders and public safety professionals as they navigate the unique stressors associated with their professions. She also enjoys working with individuals from all walks of life, helping them navigate through the nuances of life.
I provide therapy for individuals, couples, children, and families navigating life transitions, relationship stress, trauma, parenting challenges, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
I help clients identify realistic and meaningful goals by understanding the emotional, behavioral, relational, and environmental factors affecting their lives. Together, we develop practical coping strategies, improve communication patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and address barriers that interfere with progress.
I provide therapy for individuals, couples, children, and families navigating life transitions, relationship stress, trauma, parenting challenges, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
I help clients identify realistic and meaningful goals by understanding the emotional, behavioral, relational, and environmental factors affecting their lives. Together, we develop practical coping strategies, improve communication patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and address barriers that interfere with progress.
Teleios Behavioral Health provides evidence based therapy and assessment for children, teens, and families.
I am certified in Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). PCIT is a gold-standard evidence based treatment for children with behavior problems ages 2 through 11. I'm trained in a number of evidence based treatments for children and teens, including TF-CBT for child abuse and trauma, cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and anxiety, and E/RP for OCD.
Teleios Behavioral Health provides evidence based therapy and assessment for children, teens, and families.
I am certified in Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). PCIT is a gold-standard evidence based treatment for children with behavior problems ages 2 through 11. I'm trained in a number of evidence based treatments for children and teens, including TF-CBT for child abuse and trauma, cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and anxiety, and E/RP for OCD.
I have experience with individual counseling as well as co-counseling groups comprised of children, teens, and adults.
I strive to engage with my clients in a nonjudgmental way. I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe space to share thoughts and feelings. I have experience working with individuals with ADHD, ASD, Bipolar, BPD, PTSD, and many more disorders. I build trust by talking to clients as the human-beings that they are.
I have experience with individual counseling as well as co-counseling groups comprised of children, teens, and adults.
I strive to engage with my clients in a nonjudgmental way. I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe space to share thoughts and feelings. I have experience working with individuals with ADHD, ASD, Bipolar, BPD, PTSD, and many more disorders. I build trust by talking to clients as the human-beings that they are.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges.
I specialize in supporting children and families navigating behavioral challenges, emotional distress, and relationship difficulties. Using a holistic, trauma-informed approach with CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy, I help strengthen connections, support reunification, and develop practical tools to create lasting change and a greater sense of peace.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges.
I specialize in supporting children and families navigating behavioral challenges, emotional distress, and relationship difficulties. Using a holistic, trauma-informed approach with CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy, I help strengthen connections, support reunification, and develop practical tools to create lasting change and a greater sense of peace.
She has extensive experience and training and has completed thousands of evaluations for issues to related to mood - such as depression and anxiety, ADHD, Autism testing to include ADOS-2, educational testing, adult services, and screening for children as young as age 3 who may be in need of Early Intervention Services.
Dr. Noelle Lowry, Ph.D., LCP, LPC, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and provides psychological services for a variety of different reasons to include clinical clarification, mental health diagnosing, cognitive assessment, and educational testing.
She has extensive experience and training and has completed thousands of evaluations for issues to related to mood - such as depression and anxiety, ADHD, Autism testing to include ADOS-2, educational testing, adult services, and screening for children as young as age 3 who may be in need of Early Intervention Services.
Dr. Noelle Lowry, Ph.D., LCP, LPC, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and provides psychological services for a variety of different reasons to include clinical clarification, mental health diagnosing, cognitive assessment, and educational testing.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.