Therapists in The Fan, Richmond, VA

We all have inner narratives about ourselves, our worthiness, other people, and life in general. These narratives are created by our experiences, families, communities, our biological makeup, and mainstream societal messages. Many of us carry around harmful beliefs about ourselves and the world around us that hold us back and keep us locked in cycles of suffering. We can challenge and change these destructive narratives to improve our lives and relationships.

Paul is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who completed his Masters of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University; he also has a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Guitar from Virginia Commonwealth University. He draws on mindfulness techniques and is a fellow of the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music in addition to more traditional talk therapy methods to offer several different avenues for healing to children, adults, and families. Paul has studied meditation with Pat Buxton and is a certified Reiki master under Barb Davis.

Do you want to experience greater freedom from anxiety, depression, or negative thoughts? Are you feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or unappreciated in your close relationships? Have you tried therapy before but did not get the results you were hoping for? With understanding and compassion for yourself, you can break free of negative thoughts, self-limiting beliefs, and harmful habits. You can learn communication methods to bring you closer to others, without sacrificing yourself. Together we will discover a deeper source of strength that is uniquely yours. I can help you tap this well to find joy, contentment, and harmonious relationships.

Congratulations on taking the first step to heal, grow and make a difference in your life. I truly believe there is hope for every client who is willing to learn and make changes. Every individual, couple and family are different, so I will customize a therapeutic plan specifically to your needs and concerns.

As the founder of The Healing Arts Center of Richmond, I embrace an innovative, strengths-based, truly holistic approach to therapy & wellness. Drawing on 25 yrs. of diverse experience & expertise in trauma, grief, & critical incident/crisis work, I blend traditional & complementary therapies/modalities to treat the whole person - Mind-Body-Spirit. I integrate CBT, EMDR, MARI, GIM, Yoga, Reiki, WFPBN, PLR, Music & Art to assist & empower clients to develop the essential skills, practices, & resilience to make healthy & lasting changes, & promote healing, personal growth, & wellness, & to reach their greatest potential.

My ideal client is one who wants to building a collaborative relationship that will help to foster change. I believe that most of the work of therapy happens in between sessions, so my clients will benefit if they are willing to practice the things that we agree will be helpful. I am less focused on diagnoses than beliefs, feelings, and behaviors that are amenable to change. I am hoping that my clients have decided that they are willing to be vulnerable at this point in their lives and that they are open to having me participate in their journey toward a more effective life strategy.

Here’s the truth about life: it is uncomfortable. It is uncomfortable and tough and hard and chaotic and we sometimes lose ourselves in it. But life is also growth, discovery, surprise and relationships. Life is emotions - so many emotions - that are sometimes too much to handle. If you want a therapist who will help guide you towards your emotional, mental and physical goals, while also meeting you where you’re at without judgment (I am also a human in this chaotic world and it’s hard) then I am likely a good fit for you.

My name is Dr. Tonia J. Bagby, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a small private practice in Richmond, VA. My goal is to provide affordable psychotherapy services to individuals who would like to work on life issues such as: depression, anxiety, grief & loss, active duty or Veteran related concerns, PTSD, trauma (i.e. sexual assault, domestic violence) and LGBTQ related issues. I have been in the mental health field since 1997 working with college age students, and as a frontline clinical provider with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Email address is: talk@bagbytherapy.com