Buddhist Therapists in Richmond, VA
Are you fighting anxiety, depression, profound life transitions like grief/loss, career shifts or a newly diagnosed medical condition? I'm Raisa, an LCSW & VCU graduate, providing warm, humanistic, virtual-only therapy tailored to your unique story. By combining CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn’s mindfulness models (MBSR/MBCT); together, we’ll unpack your experiences, build practical mindful tools so you reclaim your peace and thrive. I specialize in Mindful-Based CBT/DBT, adapting it to your diagnoses, in order to meet your specific needs, wants & goals. Visit my LinkedIn Profile for resources & articles!
Are you fighting anxiety, depression, profound life transitions like grief/loss, career shifts or a newly diagnosed medical condition? I'm Raisa, an LCSW & VCU graduate, providing warm, humanistic, virtual-only therapy tailored to your unique story. By combining CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn’s mindfulness models (MBSR/MBCT); together, we’ll unpack your experiences, build practical mindful tools so you reclaim your peace and thrive. I specialize in Mindful-Based CBT/DBT, adapting it to your diagnoses, in order to meet your specific needs, wants & goals. Visit my LinkedIn Profile for resources & articles!
Are you feeling stuck in your healing journey and overwhelmed by the state of the world? I specialize in supporting people who are ready to take a different approach to therapy that gets to the root causes of your challenges, including inner struggles like depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts and trauma, as well as their intersection with external stressors like political instability, climate change and systemic injustice. Rather than focusing solely on a diagnosis, we will work together to understand the origins of your suffering and create an actionable path towards both healing and living a more meaningful life.
Are you feeling stuck in your healing journey and overwhelmed by the state of the world? I specialize in supporting people who are ready to take a different approach to therapy that gets to the root causes of your challenges, including inner struggles like depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts and trauma, as well as their intersection with external stressors like political instability, climate change and systemic injustice. Rather than focusing solely on a diagnosis, we will work together to understand the origins of your suffering and create an actionable path towards both healing and living a more meaningful life.
Whether you're facing a profound life transition, navigating the weight of grief and loss, adjusting to the changes that come with a new caregiving role, or somewhere in between — this is a space where your full experience is welcome.
I specialize in supporting individuals through some of life's most tender and transformative moments: major life transitions, end-of-life caregiving, bereavement, perinatal to postpartum well-being, and maternal/parental mental health. These are experiences that can shake us to our core — and they deserve more than a surface-level approach.
Whether you're facing a profound life transition, navigating the weight of grief and loss, adjusting to the changes that come with a new caregiving role, or somewhere in between — this is a space where your full experience is welcome.
I specialize in supporting individuals through some of life's most tender and transformative moments: major life transitions, end-of-life caregiving, bereavement, perinatal to postpartum well-being, and maternal/parental mental health. These are experiences that can shake us to our core — and they deserve more than a surface-level approach.
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Virginia.
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Virginia.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, ADHD, or life transitions and wants to regain balance and direction. They may struggle with motivation, relationships, or emotional control, and are seeking a safe space to process, heal, and grow. Many are high-achieving but exhausted, parents trying to understand their child’s needs, or young adults navigating identity and purpose. They want tools to manage stress, strengthen self-confidence, and reconnect with their authentic self in a healthy, sustainable way.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, ADHD, or life transitions and wants to regain balance and direction. They may struggle with motivation, relationships, or emotional control, and are seeking a safe space to process, heal, and grow. Many are high-achieving but exhausted, parents trying to understand their child’s needs, or young adults navigating identity and purpose. They want tools to manage stress, strengthen self-confidence, and reconnect with their authentic self in a healthy, sustainable way.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life who are seeking to gain new insight into themselves, are navigating challenges and transitions in life, and/or are looking heal from past hardships and traumas.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life who are seeking to gain new insight into themselves, are navigating challenges and transitions in life, and/or are looking heal from past hardships and traumas.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience working in addiction treatment, trauma recovery, and mental health care. I work with adults navigating burnout, identity shifts, grief, and relationship struggles, as well as those seeking clarity after trauma or transition. I support individuals who feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected and are ready to rediscover themselves in a space that fosters growth, healing, and self-awareness.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience working in addiction treatment, trauma recovery, and mental health care. I work with adults navigating burnout, identity shifts, grief, and relationship struggles, as well as those seeking clarity after trauma or transition. I support individuals who feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected and are ready to rediscover themselves in a space that fosters growth, healing, and self-awareness.
You may be the person everyone relies on, the woman balancing countless responsibilities, or someone longing to live with greater purpose and authenticity. From the outside, it may seem like you have it all together, but inside you may be navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship challenges, or a major life transition. I provide a compassionate, confidential space where you can slow down, process life's challenges, and reconnect with yourself. My Specialties: Women in Business, High-Achieving Leaders, Helping Professionals, and Soul Seekers.
You may be the person everyone relies on, the woman balancing countless responsibilities, or someone longing to live with greater purpose and authenticity. From the outside, it may seem like you have it all together, but inside you may be navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship challenges, or a major life transition. I provide a compassionate, confidential space where you can slow down, process life's challenges, and reconnect with yourself. My Specialties: Women in Business, High-Achieving Leaders, Helping Professionals, and Soul Seekers.
Becoming a mental health provider stemmed from a personal journey of self-discovery and healing. In seeking to fix myself first, I found a passion for the tools and strategies that promote well-being. This journey not only led to my own growth and resilience, but also ignited a commitment to help others navigate their struggles. By combining personal insight with professional knowledge, I aim to empower individuals on their paths to healing, fostering a supportive and compassionate environment where transformation can take place. My focus lies in assisting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction concerns.
Becoming a mental health provider stemmed from a personal journey of self-discovery and healing. In seeking to fix myself first, I found a passion for the tools and strategies that promote well-being. This journey not only led to my own growth and resilience, but also ignited a commitment to help others navigate their struggles. By combining personal insight with professional knowledge, I aim to empower individuals on their paths to healing, fostering a supportive and compassionate environment where transformation can take place. My focus lies in assisting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction concerns.
Your internal dialogue sounds like a combo of- "I’m exhausted from overthinking everything and feeling like I have to hold it all together. My anxiety is high, my nervous system feels constantly on edge, and no matter how much I try to “work on myself,” I still feel stuck. I want to stop replaying the past, people-pleasing, shutting down, or living in survival mode. Even though I feel like the black sheep, I’m looking for a space where I can finally process what I’ve been through, understand myself on a deeper level, and learn how to feel grounded, confident, and emotionally regulated again." If so, you're in the right place.
Your internal dialogue sounds like a combo of- "I’m exhausted from overthinking everything and feeling like I have to hold it all together. My anxiety is high, my nervous system feels constantly on edge, and no matter how much I try to “work on myself,” I still feel stuck. I want to stop replaying the past, people-pleasing, shutting down, or living in survival mode. Even though I feel like the black sheep, I’m looking for a space where I can finally process what I’ve been through, understand myself on a deeper level, and learn how to feel grounded, confident, and emotionally regulated again." If so, you're in the right place.
Paul Willson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a licensed Clinical Social Worker; I also have a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Guitar from Virginia Commonwealth University. As you may guess I feel creativity can be a huge asset in therapy but also more broadly in life!
I use mindfulness techniques and the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music in addition to more traditional talk therapy methods to offer several different avenues for healing.
I also love working with artists, musicians and meditators
For Artist Coaching and or Spiritual Direction contact me via my music website by a quick web search of 'Paul Willson Music'
I'm a licensed Clinical Social Worker; I also have a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Guitar from Virginia Commonwealth University. As you may guess I feel creativity can be a huge asset in therapy but also more broadly in life!
I use mindfulness techniques and the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music in addition to more traditional talk therapy methods to offer several different avenues for healing.
I also love working with artists, musicians and meditators
For Artist Coaching and or Spiritual Direction contact me via my music website by a quick web search of 'Paul Willson Music'
Each of us carries the profound responsibility of making the most of our lives, often in the face of uncertainty and struggle. Therapy can offer the support and clarity needed to navigate this journey. With each daily decision, we shape the direction of our lives, and meaningful change often begins with small, intentional steps. Let’s ensure the compass that guides you is of your making.
Each of us carries the profound responsibility of making the most of our lives, often in the face of uncertainty and struggle. Therapy can offer the support and clarity needed to navigate this journey. With each daily decision, we shape the direction of our lives, and meaningful change often begins with small, intentional steps. Let’s ensure the compass that guides you is of your making.
You have a vision for your life, and despite your best efforts it hasn't yet materialized. You may want more fulfilling relationships, to feel worthy, to feel calmer in your mind and emotions, to focus more on the positive aspects of your life or to make decisions more easily. You may find that long ago or recent experiences continue to bother you even though you think they shouldn't. Maybe you didn't receive the care you needed growing up, were sexually assaulted, experienced medical trauma, or have experienced a loss. You want to heal, grow, and thrive. You may be worried it won't help and you are ready to try therapy.
You have a vision for your life, and despite your best efforts it hasn't yet materialized. You may want more fulfilling relationships, to feel worthy, to feel calmer in your mind and emotions, to focus more on the positive aspects of your life or to make decisions more easily. You may find that long ago or recent experiences continue to bother you even though you think they shouldn't. Maybe you didn't receive the care you needed growing up, were sexually assaulted, experienced medical trauma, or have experienced a loss. You want to heal, grow, and thrive. You may be worried it won't help and you are ready to try therapy.
I work with a small, carefully held caseload — by design. My practice is built around depth over volume, which means you're never a 50-minute slot to fill. I draw from Internal Family Systems, somatic therapy, and attachment neuroscience, and I integrate them fluidly based on what you actually need, not a predetermined protocol.
My clients tend to be exceptional at managing their outer lives and quietly exhausted by their inner ones. Many have tried therapy before and found it too slow, too surface-level, or simply not calibrated for someone of their complexity. I work differently, building relationship and trust over time.
I work with a small, carefully held caseload — by design. My practice is built around depth over volume, which means you're never a 50-minute slot to fill. I draw from Internal Family Systems, somatic therapy, and attachment neuroscience, and I integrate them fluidly based on what you actually need, not a predetermined protocol.
My clients tend to be exceptional at managing their outer lives and quietly exhausted by their inner ones. Many have tried therapy before and found it too slow, too surface-level, or simply not calibrated for someone of their complexity. I work differently, building relationship and trust over time.
My therapy style can be described as direct but kind. I do not subscribe to the notion of the therapist as a blank slate or that the client is always right. I believe it is important to be empathetic but also direct and honest about identifying and addressing problematic behaviors. I laugh a lot. I ask thought-provoking questions. I will gently push you while providing an empathic and non-judgmental space as we work towards your goals. No matter where a client is on their journey, I feel privileged to help them make sense of their own experiences, understand them as a source of strength, and to reimagine their future.
My therapy style can be described as direct but kind. I do not subscribe to the notion of the therapist as a blank slate or that the client is always right. I believe it is important to be empathetic but also direct and honest about identifying and addressing problematic behaviors. I laugh a lot. I ask thought-provoking questions. I will gently push you while providing an empathic and non-judgmental space as we work towards your goals. No matter where a client is on their journey, I feel privileged to help them make sense of their own experiences, understand them as a source of strength, and to reimagine their future.
MySpectrum is an outpatient therapy practice located at 707 North Courthouse Road in North Chesterfield, Virginia. We offer outpatient counseling and coaching to any person, on any spectrum. We focus on the Autism Spectrum, Mental Health Spectrum, Substance Use Spectrum, and the Whole Life Spectrum. Our philosophy is that any person, regardless of situation, should have access to skilled Therapists who will truly meet you where you are at in your journey. To that end, each Therapist specializes in certain areas so that we can capture the needs of any person. We serve all of Virginia through Teletherapy.
MySpectrum is an outpatient therapy practice located at 707 North Courthouse Road in North Chesterfield, Virginia. We offer outpatient counseling and coaching to any person, on any spectrum. We focus on the Autism Spectrum, Mental Health Spectrum, Substance Use Spectrum, and the Whole Life Spectrum. Our philosophy is that any person, regardless of situation, should have access to skilled Therapists who will truly meet you where you are at in your journey. To that end, each Therapist specializes in certain areas so that we can capture the needs of any person. We serve all of Virginia through Teletherapy.
Do you feel disconnected or like you have lost your sense of self? Are you seeking and searching without a clear direction or path? Do you feel stuck in unhealthy life patterns? I am here to be a support and a guide on your journey. I want to help you to trust your own intuition, to know all the parts of yourself, and to believe in yourself while developing new life skills and gaining insight into your issues. I believe you already have everything you need to heal; however, it is not always easy to connect to it. I work with people who are drawn to something deeper and want to get curious about themselves and where they are stuck.
Do you feel disconnected or like you have lost your sense of self? Are you seeking and searching without a clear direction or path? Do you feel stuck in unhealthy life patterns? I am here to be a support and a guide on your journey. I want to help you to trust your own intuition, to know all the parts of yourself, and to believe in yourself while developing new life skills and gaining insight into your issues. I believe you already have everything you need to heal; however, it is not always easy to connect to it. I work with people who are drawn to something deeper and want to get curious about themselves and where they are stuck.
You've done the work, read the books, tried talk therapy, maybe more than one kind, and yet your system still won't settle. The anxiety, the hypervigilance, the brain fog, the sense of being stuck in a loop you can see but can't think your way out of. That's not a failure of effort or willpower. Often it's a nervous system that learned to protect you and never got the signal that it's safe to settle and rest.
You've done the work, read the books, tried talk therapy, maybe more than one kind, and yet your system still won't settle. The anxiety, the hypervigilance, the brain fog, the sense of being stuck in a loop you can see but can't think your way out of. That's not a failure of effort or willpower. Often it's a nervous system that learned to protect you and never got the signal that it's safe to settle and rest.
I treat clients with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, addiction, life transitions, chronic illness, memory loss, complex healthcare needs, or simply a desire to change. As a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience, I have cultivated a private practice where clinical rigor meets creative problem-solving. By understanding your circumstance, background, culture, identity, relationships, aspirations, values, purpose, and unique idiosyncrasies, I work in partnership with you to arrive at a biologically, psychologically, sociologically, and spiritually sound framework to approach and navigate the seas of life.
I treat clients with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, addiction, life transitions, chronic illness, memory loss, complex healthcare needs, or simply a desire to change. As a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience, I have cultivated a private practice where clinical rigor meets creative problem-solving. By understanding your circumstance, background, culture, identity, relationships, aspirations, values, purpose, and unique idiosyncrasies, I work in partnership with you to arrive at a biologically, psychologically, sociologically, and spiritually sound framework to approach and navigate the seas of life.
The weight of survival, changing yourself to fit inside systems that were never meant for you has become unbearable. The old strategies, hypervigilance, the exhausting mental loops that once kept you safe now feel like a prison. And at some point, you said: "Enough". If you’re here, I see you. I know the battle you’re fighting because I help people dismantle it everyday. I specialize in trauma therapy using EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS: modalities that don’t just help you cope but dismantle what’s keeping you stuck. Imagine a future where your choices are truly yours. You deserve more than survival. Reach out, and let’s begin!
The weight of survival, changing yourself to fit inside systems that were never meant for you has become unbearable. The old strategies, hypervigilance, the exhausting mental loops that once kept you safe now feel like a prison. And at some point, you said: "Enough". If you’re here, I see you. I know the battle you’re fighting because I help people dismantle it everyday. I specialize in trauma therapy using EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS: modalities that don’t just help you cope but dismantle what’s keeping you stuck. Imagine a future where your choices are truly yours. You deserve more than survival. Reach out, and let’s begin!
