Couples Counseling Therapists in Richmond, VA

Being at peace with yourself is not easy. Showing yourself the kindness you easily give to others can be extremely challenging. This is especially true if you are accustomed to anticipating the needs of others before acknowledging your own. You may find that your sense of worthiness depends on how useful you are to others. The beautiful thing is: you are enough already. Self-acceptance and self-compassion are common goals I work toward with clients. These practices are essential to create a stronger, more loving relationship with yourself.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years experience in the Mental health field. I wholeheartedly believe in people's capacity for change. I bring this belief and enthusiasm to my practice. As a foundation, I work with my clients looking at their early relationships, and how it impacts current relationships. In reviewing relationship patterns we come to understand information below the surface of consciousness. We work together toward awareness, insight and behavioral change."

Starting therapy is a difficult step to take because you are telling yourself that I am broken, something is wrong with me, but it is the opposite. Therapy will help you open your true self to you, to your family, friends and loved ones, and to the world. I understand that asking for help can be daunting, but believe me, it will be one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences you will ever have for yourself that will benefit not just you but also everyone that’s around you. Reaching out to a therapist can be overwhelming and at times frightening, exhale and take a moment, call or email and let us figure out how I can help

I am a psychotherapist for adult individuals and couples . Do you want stronger, clearer and healthier relationships? My clients consist mainly of open minded, artistic and unconventional persons wanting more intimacy and connection or wanting to explore their innate gifts and talents. I also work with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and non-binary persons. However, I love working with anyone who is seeking growth, wholeness and perspective.

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.

Le’Keisha is eclectic and uses a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Reality Based, and Psycho-education. A holistic approach is utilized by exploring with and educating clients about how mind and body are interconnected. Le’Keisha believes that when a person has hope and can learn to challenge and replace irrational thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, people are free to experience change. Exploring, acknowledging, and coping with past traumas of childhood tragedies are profound when attempting to treat mental health and substance use disorders.