Therapists in Midlothian, VA

April Dunkum Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has 27 years of experience in the mental health field. April sees children, adolescents, and adults for individual therapy and also provides family therapy. She works with clients who have experienced trauma and who struggle with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anger, family conflict, and issues related to adoption. April has a passion for helping people heal, seeing families grow together, and seeing relationships improve.

I have been in private practice serving clients for over 7 years. I am passionate about helping people who have had a difficult start in life learn new skills in order to be their best selves. My office is a safe place where one can come and feel no judgement to work on goals and improve daily functioning. My specialties include helping clients with reducing anxiety, setting healthy boundaries and helping women throughout the different stages of their life. I also enjoy working with kids and teens through a whole family approach.

My primary goal is to enhance individual and family lives by assisting them in identifying new coping strategies. Participating in a personal counseling experience allows for an environment conducive to exploring personal growth, self awareness and change. I have been in private practice for over 30 years which has allowed me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. In my practice my initial emphasis is on identifying the , emotions and behaviors that are affecting our lives and gaining insights that will improve coping skills and awareness.

Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or weighed down by your day? Are you looking for help finding a direction through the stress of life? Through personalized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we will find your passions and navigate through life stressors to a place of contentment and calm. I tailor treatment to your specific needs and goals. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Structural Family Therapy, trauma informed care, and Motivational Interviewing (MI).

Christine Myers is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from East Carolina University. Christine also possesses training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy that concentrates on identifying, addressing, and healing from childhood trauma.

Welcome! My name is Felicia. I have had the pleasure of mental health field since starting my career in 2005. During this time, I have had the opportunity to work with culturally diverse adolescents and adults of all ages, dealing with various life stressors and mental health concerns. I intentionally run a small private practice to provide a focused client-centered approach to support the journey of healing and balance. If your desire healing, authenticity, and balance to live your best life.

You are deeply concerned about your child’s wellbeing. They’re struggling in school and having problems making friends. Sometimes they even struggle to communicate with you and the rest of the family. It’s more than that though, you’re starting to suspect that they may have autism or some kind of disability. It worries you because they’re so young; not even old enough for middle school yet. It breaks your heart to watch them go through challenges and trials, and you don’t know how to help them. You wish you could be their strength through this, but you feel helpless. All you want is what’s best for your child.

Natalie Cowan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who enjoys working with adults, adolescents, couples and families. Whether she is working with you individually, or together as a couple or family, Natalie has a real passion for helping others regain their self-esteem, confidence and inner joy. She specializes in helping individuals with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, adjusting to new and difficult situations, personality issues, trauma, mood disorders and relationship issues. Working with Natalie often includes assessing your unique strengths and abilities, as well as helping you develop new skills to grow and flourish.

Is your relationship with your child struggling due to behaviors? Are you in need of proven ways to handle disruptions and defiance? You may be seeking help because your child's behavior is contributing to distress for the whole family, or even in school. Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is one of the most effective treatments known for children ages 2-7 and aims to teach YOU, the caregiver, many of the tools trained professionals use to improve a child's behavior. Treatment focuses on enhancing the quality of your relationship, helping your child to follow your lead, and learning ways to manage their BIG feelings.

My family and I moved to Richmond in August 2017 and fell in love with the area. I grew up in Long Island, New York and obtained my Master’s Degree in Social Work at Stony Brook University. My family and I spent 10 years living in sunny Florida where I worked in a community mental health agency. I received her LCSW during this time and had the privilege of working with a diverse population. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is experienced in working with adolescents, adults, and families. I believe that we all have struggles that can benefit from support from time to time.

Are you or your family struggling with stressful situations, relational difficulties, or feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward? These things can create significant stress in our lives and are sometimes difficult to move through without professional help. These things can keep us stuck. If you are looking to become unstuck and searching for a way to find freedom and regain or gain for the first time a sense of feeling OK, I can help you.

Christina enjoys working with clients over 16 years old with depression, anxiety, and co-occurring substance use disorders as well as those experiencing grief, challenging life transitions, relationship issues, and family of origin issues. Christina is LGBTQIA+ affirming.

Life tends to throw us curve balls. With all of our energy spent juggling obligations, responsibilities, and managing daily stresses, it's easy to wake up one day and realize that you just feel "stuck." Making the decision to begin therapy can be difficult, but it's the first step towards regaining control of your life. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, experiencing relationship difficulties, or just want a different perspective on whatever is holding you back, I'm here to help you navigate and overcome these challenges. Every person's situation is unique. I do not treat the therapeutic process as "one-size-fits all."

Initiating positive change in your life can seem overwhelming but finding the right therapist for your healing journey doesn’t have to be. Studies reveal that the number one ingredient for success in therapy is a strong relationship between client and therapist. That's it. Skill and competency are important, but trust is essential. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive and compassionate; my goal is to help clients identify self-defeating thoughts and feelings and replace them with healthier, more productive beliefs.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for children, youth, and early adults. My drive is to assist individuals in gaining an understanding of the meaning of what is being expressed, expected, or experienced, and provide the behavior and cognitive follow-through that will allow them to make good choices in the current stage of brain development that the individual is in. I have worked with individuals of all ages, families, and couples for 10+ years in stabilizing moods, stabilizing family unity/coherence, improving thought processing, and appropriate development of coping skills and mindfulness.

Navigating the various challenges of life can feel daunting. If you don't know already, you're brave to be making this first step towards finding a therapist. While talking to friends and family can help, having a safe, judgment-free, and private space to discuss the challenges you face can do wonders.

Allison Bunch is a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping couples and families with a special interest in Law Enforcement, First Responder, and Military families. The counselor has experience helping families dealing with career issues, family stress, parent/child conflict, behavioral issues, relationship difficulties, divorce/separation, co-parenting issues, and marital dischord. The counselor offers pre-marital counseling and has also designed a pre-marital program specifically for Law Enforcement, First Responder, and Military families.

Are you having more difficult days than good days? Does life seems to be throwing everything and more your way? You want things to change but not sure where to start. I can help. With therapy comes confidential, honest, experienced, open-minded, empathetic support. It has been my life's passion to help people thrive not just survive. Start thriving: Success stands on the other side of your struggles so take the first step to improving your daily life. I take a person-centered approach and look forward to supporting you on your path to success.

I have had a long career working with families and individuals who are struggling with stressors in their life. Many times these are due to an adolescent or teenager who is having difficulty in the home or in school due ADHD, autism, anxiety, or anger management or a significant life event such as divorce, loss of job or death in the family.