Therapists in Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, VA

Dr. Naharia Holt-Elliott is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor, and Approved Clinical Supervisor (LPC, CSAC, NCC, ACS) in the state of Virginia with more than 10 years of experience. She is also a mother and Army veteran who specializes in helping adult clients and families that are having difficulties managing stress and anxiety, struggling with coping skills, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, combat, substance abuse, family and relational issues.

At Calm Waters Counseling we believe that where ever you are right now, you have arrived at honestly. Our goal is to help you figure out where you want to go and help you develop the insight, plan, tools and resources so that you can bring out your healthiest best self.

I know that life can sometimes feel like it never slows down. It can cause us to keep going through our daily lives without addressing emotions and thoughts that may consume us. Have you reached your breaking point? Are you struggling to engage in important relationships? Are you having issues with managing daily stress? Are your thoughts consumed by negativity? If so, then it may be time to sit and process your emotions. It is possible to overcome your issues. It is possible to have control over your life.

I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Over 25 years of experience with those who are grieving, people at end-of-life, older clients, and people in crisis have shown me life events occur in the context of personal story. My goals are to create a safe place to share that story, and to facilitate the client experiencing the story with increased awareness, compassion and respect. We will explore and celebrate strengths, and through a multitude of interventions ranging from getting to know the client's system, education, mindfulness, reflection and dream work, find ways to enhance the client's strengths and wisdom.

I'm Brittney Hill, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia. I offer individual therapy focused on addressing the individual needs of adolescents and adults. My experiences range from community-based services, school- based services, residential treatment and acute-inpatient treatment. My ideal clients are motivated for change and open to exploring and improving self-awareness.

Navigating the challenges of life can be difficult for all of us. Taking care of yourself holistically is an important factor for obtaining and maintaining a healthy balanced lifestyle. Are you seeking a safe space where you can exhale, put things in perspective, deal with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or just battling with your own thoughts on what to do and how to proceed in your life's journey? Are you wanting to overcome certain obstacles in your life? There is nothing like taking ownership of your life and controlling life's journey at your own pace! I will challenge you to produce real positive outcomes.

Cheryl Colt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, and domestic violence. Cheryl has over 10 years of experience as an LPC working with individuals, couples, and families. Her pastoral background also enables her to support clients using their spiritual resources.

Jeffrey Everett is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 20 years of experience aligning with adults and couples who have sought help regarding issues related to trauma resolution, substance use, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and men’s issues. Jeff can help clients build on their innate resiliency and live life to the fullest by staying true to their values. Jeff completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Louisiana State University and his Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology at Stephen F. Austin State University.

Alexa Houff is a Resident in Counseling with experience in child and adolescent inpatient and adult outpatient treatment. Alexa partners with adults and teenagers seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, identity development, family dynamics, and trauma. She completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling at Virginia Commonwealth University.Alexa utilizes relational, collaborative, cognitive behavioral, and person-centered approaches to build a relationship with and meet the needs of each unique individual.

Accepting new clients -The Center for Connection, Healing & Change focuses on the creation of secure, close, and satisfying relationships- within us and between us. We choose to specialize in relationships because we know the importance of satisfying connections for our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Services explore the relationship we have with both ourselves and others; how well we can live with emotional ease, know who we are, ask for what we need, be responsive to loved ones, set boundaries, deal with loss, heal trauma, move through stressful experiences, find our purpose, and access resilience in moments of need.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina, Virginia, and Florida. We are faced with so many obstacles in life that we never expected. Sometimes it is difficult navigating different stages in our life, we have challenges within our relationships, or we are being pulled in so many different directions, we don't know where to start. Then there are those moments that are so heavy and we are exhausted from carrying the burden all on our own. This can make us feel lost and overwhelmed. My approach to therapy is centered around you and your needs. I am here to help you navigate those unexpected obstacles.

Carolyn strives to being an effective blend of experiences, empowerment, education, encouragement, and support to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness to individuals, marriages, couples, and families. Carolyn’s approach to counseling is centered on the therapeutic alliance. She incorporates CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Family Therapy Techniques with a variety of therapeutic orientations to help individuals/families/couples meet their goals. Carolyn is totally committed to the individuals that she serves and believes that there is great value and importance in human connections.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I have a passion for working with survivors of trauma, and especially enjoy working with teenagers. I enjoy working with individuals and families in an effort to help each person reach their goals. I believe therapy is a way to explore our deepest thoughts, worries, and concerns in a safe environment and to improve overall quality of life.

Wendy Wasserstrom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 9 years of social work experience. She has provided mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, and she has experience providing individual and group therapy. She has worked with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood and thought disorders, personality disorders, serious mental illness, life transitions, substance abuse, and family conflict. Wendy earned her undergraduate degree in Social Work from Florida State University and her Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University.

Life is messy. And hard and complicated. It doesn't matter if you are a kid, a parent, a teen, or adult we all thrive when we have relationships to connect us to ourselves, families, and our world during stressful times. What I do best is create a space (physical or emotional) for healing within ourselves and relationships. I work with people of all ages, and especially love working with kids and their caregivers, to focus on healing and understanding.

Do you feel misunderstood? Do you need someone to talk to? I have a wide-range background working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing psychotherapy. I have worked in a variety of settings to include but not limited to: schools, hospitals, private practices, and community setting's . I am zealous about aiding people of varying ages and families reach their maximum potential.

I have worked with a wide range of mental wellness obstacles - including anxiety, depression, career shifts, health concerns, life changes, grief, sexuality and gender topics. It is my opinion that our goal is to be able to face these obstacles life presents us in a way that feels comfortable and in-line with who we want to be.

I work with adult individuals and children aged 2-18 and their families/caregivers. I focus on supporting clients to creatively turn their pain into coping skills, missed connections into secure relationships, and problematic behaviors into strengths and resiliency. I focus on practical, real-world strategies that build security and connection through a balance of nurture, engagement, structure, and challenge. These strategies are a resource that can then be utilized through different life experiences, stages, and adversity. I support children and caregivers alike to learn new ways of responding, guiding, and supporting one another.

Justin Michaud is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) with over 7 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages to help them cope with family conflict, couple's issues, PTSD, trauma, depression, stress, and more.