Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Norfolk, VA
Anyone can fall into abandoning parts of ourselves to make relationships work or to find where we fit in the world. This can leave us feeling stuck in painful patterns, unable to reach the kind of emotional connection we need. Shame, burnout, and attachment wounds conceal the person you are, and you deserve to explore these challenges and learn to understand yourself and maybe your partner/s in a safe environment. My approach centers the power of healing through connection with ourselves and others; we do not heal in isolation.
Anyone can fall into abandoning parts of ourselves to make relationships work or to find where we fit in the world. This can leave us feeling stuck in painful patterns, unable to reach the kind of emotional connection we need. Shame, burnout, and attachment wounds conceal the person you are, and you deserve to explore these challenges and learn to understand yourself and maybe your partner/s in a safe environment. My approach centers the power of healing through connection with ourselves and others; we do not heal in isolation.
I'm a clinical psychologist, AASECT-certified sex therapist, & IFS therapist:
• relationship therapy • sex-positive sex therapy for individuals & relationships • treatment for trauma/depression/panic • gender journeys & care, orientation exploration.
We all get 'stuck' sometimes. As humans, sometimes the road is very rough. But, you don't have to go it alone! To be fully yourself, comfortable in your own skin, enjoying your relationships - these possibilities are in you, no matter how big the obstacles are. I can help! I'm your coach, consultant, and experienced mental health expert. Together we'll build on your strengths and grow your confidence to create lasting change. Warm, caring and knowledgeable...this is a safe, compassionate space to explore the difficult places and experiences in your life. You can find healing and grow!
I'm a clinical psychologist, AASECT-certified sex therapist, & IFS therapist:
• relationship therapy • sex-positive sex therapy for individuals & relationships • treatment for trauma/depression/panic • gender journeys & care, orientation exploration.
We all get 'stuck' sometimes. As humans, sometimes the road is very rough. But, you don't have to go it alone! To be fully yourself, comfortable in your own skin, enjoying your relationships - these possibilities are in you, no matter how big the obstacles are. I can help! I'm your coach, consultant, and experienced mental health expert. Together we'll build on your strengths and grow your confidence to create lasting change. Warm, caring and knowledgeable...this is a safe, compassionate space to explore the difficult places and experiences in your life. You can find healing and grow!
I work extensively with LGBTQIA+ clients, ENM relationships, the kink community, and sex workers.
I help clients slow down, tune into the wisdom of their body, and build a compassionate relationship with their inner world. Together, we uncover the roots of your reactions, not to judge them, but to understand them. This allows for deep healing rather than surface-level coping.
I work extensively with LGBTQIA+ clients, ENM relationships, the kink community, and sex workers.
I help clients slow down, tune into the wisdom of their body, and build a compassionate relationship with their inner world. Together, we uncover the roots of your reactions, not to judge them, but to understand them. This allows for deep healing rather than surface-level coping.
"Life without change is not living; To be uncomfortable means that change is right around the corner!" I believe these words wholeheartedly as every individual arrives at a crossroads that determine whether they move forward, backward or remain stagnant. I work alongside those who may be within a crossroad in life that has them questioning which direction to choose. In my work as a Therapist, my clinical training and experience encompasses depression, couples enrichment, grief/loss, separation/divorce, relationship issues, and other emotional/interpersonal disturbances. I specialize in trauma such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, and death/illness.
"Life without change is not living; To be uncomfortable means that change is right around the corner!" I believe these words wholeheartedly as every individual arrives at a crossroads that determine whether they move forward, backward or remain stagnant. I work alongside those who may be within a crossroad in life that has them questioning which direction to choose. In my work as a Therapist, my clinical training and experience encompasses depression, couples enrichment, grief/loss, separation/divorce, relationship issues, and other emotional/interpersonal disturbances. I specialize in trauma such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, and death/illness.
I am an Army Veteran who served both as a Commissioned Officer and Enlisted Soldier. I employ a conversational style to help clients discover the answers to their depression, anxiety, grief and other emotional distress in their lives. I believe that each individual has tools within themselves to resolve whatever challenge they are facing and my role is to guide them to look internally to find those tools. I am passionate about helping active duty military and Veterans, the African-American community, the LGBTQIA community, Neurodivergent individuals, immigrants, and other minority groups.
I am an Army Veteran who served both as a Commissioned Officer and Enlisted Soldier. I employ a conversational style to help clients discover the answers to their depression, anxiety, grief and other emotional distress in their lives. I believe that each individual has tools within themselves to resolve whatever challenge they are facing and my role is to guide them to look internally to find those tools. I am passionate about helping active duty military and Veterans, the African-American community, the LGBTQIA community, Neurodivergent individuals, immigrants, and other minority groups.
Relationship Therapy for Relationship Ambivalence, Breakup Recovery & Non-Traditional Relationships in Virginia!
Are you asking yourself questions like: -“ .... Do I want a divorce?" - "Is it crazy to want to open my marriage?" - "How do I finally get over this breakup?" - "Are we ready to add another partner?"
I help individuals, couples, triads, and polycules who are going through relationship-related distress, address feelings of being deprioritized, manage jealousy, adjust agreements, and navigate relationship transitions.
Relationship Therapy for Relationship Ambivalence, Breakup Recovery & Non-Traditional Relationships in Virginia!
Are you asking yourself questions like: -“ .... Do I want a divorce?" - "Is it crazy to want to open my marriage?" - "How do I finally get over this breakup?" - "Are we ready to add another partner?"
I help individuals, couples, triads, and polycules who are going through relationship-related distress, address feelings of being deprioritized, manage jealousy, adjust agreements, and navigate relationship transitions.
You can reach out to me through Psychology Today or book a session through my website! As a therapist, I have worked with a wide-range of individuals from various backgrounds. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma(s). Along with a vast knowledge regarding the treatment approaches of trauma, I have an extensive history of working with survivors of sexual assault. As well, my experience includes working with individuals of various identities, relationship dynamics, mental health symptoms, and addictions.
You can reach out to me through Psychology Today or book a session through my website! As a therapist, I have worked with a wide-range of individuals from various backgrounds. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma(s). Along with a vast knowledge regarding the treatment approaches of trauma, I have an extensive history of working with survivors of sexual assault. As well, my experience includes working with individuals of various identities, relationship dynamics, mental health symptoms, and addictions.
I am sex and kink-positive and trained by the world's leading experts on enhancing emotional and physical intimacy.
Sex and relationships are the most natural things in the world, so why do they feel so hard sometimes? Maybe you've lost the spark, or you've never felt connected in the way you want to. Maybe there's been infidelity or a life transition that you're trying to work through. Or maybe your relationship feels ok, but you wonder whether it could be even better. I want to help you to deeply connect - or reconnect - with your partner.
I am sex and kink-positive and trained by the world's leading experts on enhancing emotional and physical intimacy.
Sex and relationships are the most natural things in the world, so why do they feel so hard sometimes? Maybe you've lost the spark, or you've never felt connected in the way you want to. Maybe there's been infidelity or a life transition that you're trying to work through. Or maybe your relationship feels ok, but you wonder whether it could be even better. I want to help you to deeply connect - or reconnect - with your partner.
Taking the step to pursue therapy on your healing journey can be overwhelming, confusing, and even scary at times. Whether you are a newcomer to therapy or are continuing on your journey, our work together is led by your values and what is important to you. We stay curious and collaborate to find out how to make changes that feel right for you. In our time together, I hope to create a space that is safe, trusting, and validating to your experiences.
Taking the step to pursue therapy on your healing journey can be overwhelming, confusing, and even scary at times. Whether you are a newcomer to therapy or are continuing on your journey, our work together is led by your values and what is important to you. We stay curious and collaborate to find out how to make changes that feel right for you. In our time together, I hope to create a space that is safe, trusting, and validating to your experiences.
I am not along the lines of the "traditional" therapist (not a "blank slate" approach), I strive be an authentic person and inclusive for everyone to make clients as comfortable as possible for rapport in sessions. My group of focus is primarily adults and adolescents. I offer 10+ years of clinical experience in various treatment settings including prominent experience in depression, anxiety, and trauma as well as self-harm, addiction, and other mood-related/co-occurring disorders.
I am not along the lines of the "traditional" therapist (not a "blank slate" approach), I strive be an authentic person and inclusive for everyone to make clients as comfortable as possible for rapport in sessions. My group of focus is primarily adults and adolescents. I offer 10+ years of clinical experience in various treatment settings including prominent experience in depression, anxiety, and trauma as well as self-harm, addiction, and other mood-related/co-occurring disorders.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with a passion for supporting women’s health and healing from trauma. My clinical experience spans a wide range of psychological concerns and treatment modalities, including psychological assessments for both adolescents and adults. I bring a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), while also drawing from humanistic principles that emphasize each person’s innate capacity for growth and resilience.
My work has been deeply rooted in supporting survivors of sexual assault, and I’m trained in several trauma-focused therapies, including certification in Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with a passion for supporting women’s health and healing from trauma. My clinical experience spans a wide range of psychological concerns and treatment modalities, including psychological assessments for both adolescents and adults. I bring a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), while also drawing from humanistic principles that emphasize each person’s innate capacity for growth and resilience.
My work has been deeply rooted in supporting survivors of sexual assault, and I’m trained in several trauma-focused therapies, including certification in Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I help children, adolescents, and adults build secure relationships with themselves and others. Together—through play, art, and talk—we’ll address the underlying causes of depression and anxiety that keep you feeling stuck.
As a counselor, I’m dedicated to meeting you with empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. My approach is collaborative and client-centered. As a highly sensitive person, I’m deeply attuned to the emotional states of others, and I offer the safety and connection that everyone needs in order to heal themselves.
I help children, adolescents, and adults build secure relationships with themselves and others. Together—through play, art, and talk—we’ll address the underlying causes of depression and anxiety that keep you feeling stuck.
As a counselor, I’m dedicated to meeting you with empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. My approach is collaborative and client-centered. As a highly sensitive person, I’m deeply attuned to the emotional states of others, and I offer the safety and connection that everyone needs in order to heal themselves.
Deciding to start therapy can be a daunting process. I provide a supportive, engaging and welcoming therapeutic environment to explore the problems keeping you from feeling your best self. I believe therapy should be a collaborative, solution-focused process that provides you clarity, insight into unresolved emotional wounds and symptom relief. I am deeply committed to helping clients improve their quality of life and specialize in treating those struggling with trauma, dissociation, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and grief/loss.
Deciding to start therapy can be a daunting process. I provide a supportive, engaging and welcoming therapeutic environment to explore the problems keeping you from feeling your best self. I believe therapy should be a collaborative, solution-focused process that provides you clarity, insight into unresolved emotional wounds and symptom relief. I am deeply committed to helping clients improve their quality of life and specialize in treating those struggling with trauma, dissociation, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and grief/loss.
Hi there! I am a somatic-oriented, experiential, trauma-trained therapist who uses a holistic approach to empower clients to create the changes they seek in themselves and their relationships. I am a Certified Trauma Professional trained in Parts and Memory Therapy (L1&2), Brainspotting, Somatic Oriented Therapy, Religious Trauma therapy, and Emotion Focused Coupled Therapy. I strive to create safety and connection for all my clients through deep empathy, calm demeanor, and humor, cultivating an environment in which clients develop meaningful self-discovery and change.
Hi there! I am a somatic-oriented, experiential, trauma-trained therapist who uses a holistic approach to empower clients to create the changes they seek in themselves and their relationships. I am a Certified Trauma Professional trained in Parts and Memory Therapy (L1&2), Brainspotting, Somatic Oriented Therapy, Religious Trauma therapy, and Emotion Focused Coupled Therapy. I strive to create safety and connection for all my clients through deep empathy, calm demeanor, and humor, cultivating an environment in which clients develop meaningful self-discovery and change.
Life’s challenges can leave deep wounds, affecting how we view ourselves, our relationships, and our future. I am committed to helping individuals and couples heal, grow, and move toward greater emotional well-being in a supportive and compassionate environment.
My clinical focus includes trauma treatment, with specialized experience working with individuals affected by traumatic experiences, including betrayal trauma, relationship trauma, and the lasting impact of emotional wounds. I understand how trauma can disrupt trust, self-worth, and a sense of safety, and I work collaboratively with clients to foster healing and resilience.
Life’s challenges can leave deep wounds, affecting how we view ourselves, our relationships, and our future. I am committed to helping individuals and couples heal, grow, and move toward greater emotional well-being in a supportive and compassionate environment.
My clinical focus includes trauma treatment, with specialized experience working with individuals affected by traumatic experiences, including betrayal trauma, relationship trauma, and the lasting impact of emotional wounds. I understand how trauma can disrupt trust, self-worth, and a sense of safety, and I work collaboratively with clients to foster healing and resilience.
I hold dual licensure in Virginia as a counselor and clinical psychologist. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations in various clinical settings. My clinical experience has encompassed many psychotherapy treatment modalities as well as expertise in psychotherapy and psychological testing assessments for both adolescents and adults. I offer quality, specialized, and in-depth psychological services, in a safe and comfortable setting, to as many individuals as are willing to show up for themselves, roll up their sleeves and dive into the intensive work of healing.
I hold dual licensure in Virginia as a counselor and clinical psychologist. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations in various clinical settings. My clinical experience has encompassed many psychotherapy treatment modalities as well as expertise in psychotherapy and psychological testing assessments for both adolescents and adults. I offer quality, specialized, and in-depth psychological services, in a safe and comfortable setting, to as many individuals as are willing to show up for themselves, roll up their sleeves and dive into the intensive work of healing.
Welcome to Mystical Arts Therapy Services, LLC. My Name is Mia Heckstall, MA, BC-DMT and I am a Board Certified Creative Arts Psychotherapist & Counselor, Shadow Work Practitioner, Tarot Reader and Spiritual Teacher. My ideal client is a teen or adult navigating depression, anxiety, and healing from childhood or abandonment trauma. They may struggle with relationships, confidence, or identity, mother or father wounds, learning self-love and self-acceptance, may be an empath, have alternative spiritual beliefs and desiring a holistic approach that supports both clinical and spiritual needs.
Welcome to Mystical Arts Therapy Services, LLC. My Name is Mia Heckstall, MA, BC-DMT and I am a Board Certified Creative Arts Psychotherapist & Counselor, Shadow Work Practitioner, Tarot Reader and Spiritual Teacher. My ideal client is a teen or adult navigating depression, anxiety, and healing from childhood or abandonment trauma. They may struggle with relationships, confidence, or identity, mother or father wounds, learning self-love and self-acceptance, may be an empath, have alternative spiritual beliefs and desiring a holistic approach that supports both clinical and spiritual needs.
White Rabbit Counseling & Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Norfolk, VA 23517
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I'm Nicky. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Norfolk, VA.
My goal is to build rapport with my clients to help them feel at ease with the process of starting, or continuing, their journey to wellness. I understand that no two people have the same needs when it comes to healing and growth. I pull from a variety of modalities to tailor treatment to the clients needs and level of comfort.
Hello! I'm Nicky. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Norfolk, VA.
My goal is to build rapport with my clients to help them feel at ease with the process of starting, or continuing, their journey to wellness. I understand that no two people have the same needs when it comes to healing and growth. I pull from a variety of modalities to tailor treatment to the clients needs and level of comfort.
Hi, I'm Jess! I conceptualize healing as a whole person process, reconnecting to self and using mindfulness for coping with depression, anxiety, stressors, and relational issues. I also work with dissociation and complex trauma. I am trained in and use EMDR, IFS or parts work, CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy, and somatic therapy practices. I view therapy as walking with a client through challenges, while encouraging strengths and helping them to rebuild self-compassion. I completed education in sex therapy for couples or femme identifying individuals navigating shame, sexual issues, purity culture, or rethinking sex.
Hi, I'm Jess! I conceptualize healing as a whole person process, reconnecting to self and using mindfulness for coping with depression, anxiety, stressors, and relational issues. I also work with dissociation and complex trauma. I am trained in and use EMDR, IFS or parts work, CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy, and somatic therapy practices. I view therapy as walking with a client through challenges, while encouraging strengths and helping them to rebuild self-compassion. I completed education in sex therapy for couples or femme identifying individuals navigating shame, sexual issues, purity culture, or rethinking sex.
I help clients to move beyond beliefs of self-hate and doubt to feelings of self-love and celebration. My clients improve their self-compassion while healing past pain, leading to deeper connection with the people in their lives. We develop strategies to replace old coping mechanisms that are no longer helpful or never were. I believe we are all more than the worst things we have ever thought about ourselves.
I help clients to move beyond beliefs of self-hate and doubt to feelings of self-love and celebration. My clients improve their self-compassion while healing past pain, leading to deeper connection with the people in their lives. We develop strategies to replace old coping mechanisms that are no longer helpful or never were. I believe we are all more than the worst things we have ever thought about ourselves.
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Why might an individual want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
A sex-positive or kinky individual may want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist because the client may feel safer and more supported discussing their experiences and challenges. A therapist who identifies as kink-friendly will have experience with clients having diverse sexual preferences and will likely be nonjudgmental and supportive about issues brought to the table. It is important to note that sex-positive, kink-allied individuals may find equal success with therapists who do not have such specialized knowledge and background. The most important factor in the success of therapy is for the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in sex-positive, kink-allied treatment?
Generally, no. There are limited training programs and unofficial accreditations that therapists can pursue, but a therapist’s expertise will ultimately come from their previous experience with similar clients, their engagement with organizations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.
How can individuals recognize a good sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
An experienced therapist is able to help clients explore their sexual identity and expression and relieve any discomfort or stigma attached to discussing such matters and the client’s overall challenges. A therapist who is sex-positive and kink-allied is able to create an environment that honors a client’s experience and sexual preferences. To recognize a good therapist, clients can simply ask directly about topics and issues important to them and gauge their comfort level and connection with a clinician based on the responses.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist with a focus on sex positivity and alternative sexual lifestyles?
Some individuals may feel most comfortable knowing that the clinician they’re working with has a commitment to creating an atmosphere of sex positivity and has experience with relationship diversity and alternative relationship structures. Working with a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist may help clients respect their own challenges and improve identity-affirming treatment.