Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Richmond, VA
Hello and welcome! I'm Jessica, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Richmond, Virginia. I'm so glad you are here and considering next steps in caring for your mental health and well being. Maybe life’s transitions feel heavier than you thought they would, or maybe you’re carrying the weight of showing up for others and forgetting to care for yourself. You're not alone, and don't have to figure this out all at once. I'd like to help equip with the skills and confidence to build and live the life you desire. Together, we will create a treatment plan that is thoughtful, unhurried, and most importantly, yours.
Hello and welcome! I'm Jessica, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Richmond, Virginia. I'm so glad you are here and considering next steps in caring for your mental health and well being. Maybe life’s transitions feel heavier than you thought they would, or maybe you’re carrying the weight of showing up for others and forgetting to care for yourself. You're not alone, and don't have to figure this out all at once. I'd like to help equip with the skills and confidence to build and live the life you desire. Together, we will create a treatment plan that is thoughtful, unhurried, and most importantly, yours.
Richmond Restorative Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
We believe achieving and maintaining wellness is a dynamic process that involves finding balance within the whole person. Our purpose as therapists is to assist you in recognizing the areas of your life in need of healing and to help you restore a sense of well-being. We offer an eclectic approach to therapy and utilize multiple evidence based treatment modalities with our clients that are both culturally competent and trauma informed. Our intention as practitioners is that you will leave our work together feeling a renewed sense of self and a greater understanding of how to fulfill your individual needs.
We believe achieving and maintaining wellness is a dynamic process that involves finding balance within the whole person. Our purpose as therapists is to assist you in recognizing the areas of your life in need of healing and to help you restore a sense of well-being. We offer an eclectic approach to therapy and utilize multiple evidence based treatment modalities with our clients that are both culturally competent and trauma informed. Our intention as practitioners is that you will leave our work together feeling a renewed sense of self and a greater understanding of how to fulfill your individual needs.
Hi there! My name is Dr. Brittany Bridges and I am a licensed clinical psychologist serving clients in Virginia and Florida. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based mental health treatment for adults. I specialize in helping individuals experiencing concerns related to complex trauma, identity-based trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, and more through a warm, inviting, and holistic approach. I utilize a feminist framework to create a safe therapeutic space where clients can feel supported, understood, and co-create pathways to lasting wellness.
Hi there! My name is Dr. Brittany Bridges and I am a licensed clinical psychologist serving clients in Virginia and Florida. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based mental health treatment for adults. I specialize in helping individuals experiencing concerns related to complex trauma, identity-based trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, and more through a warm, inviting, and holistic approach. I utilize a feminist framework to create a safe therapeutic space where clients can feel supported, understood, and co-create pathways to lasting wellness.
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.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel genuinely seen and heard—something we don’t always receive in everyday life. I believe each person carries strengths and resilience, even during overwhelming moments. Together, we can build on those strengths to navigate challenges, support growth, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with what matters most to you. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, life transitions, or relationship challenges, I offer a space grounded in empathy, acceptance, and compassion, free of judgment.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel genuinely seen and heard—something we don’t always receive in everyday life. I believe each person carries strengths and resilience, even during overwhelming moments. Together, we can build on those strengths to navigate challenges, support growth, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with what matters most to you. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, life transitions, or relationship challenges, I offer a space grounded in empathy, acceptance, and compassion, free of judgment.
Making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming. We understand that, and we are here to help guide you through the process and clear a path to emotional well-being .By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
Making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming. We understand that, and we are here to help guide you through the process and clear a path to emotional well-being .By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
I use evidenced-based approaches such as Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) to guide you through the process of taming anxiety and OCD.
In sessions, we’ll work together to design values-based exposures, develop tools to quiet the noise of anxiety and OCD, cultivate self-compassion, and celebrate wins by acknowledging every small step towards recovery as moments of joy and empowerment.
We can do hard things!
I use evidenced-based approaches such as Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) to guide you through the process of taming anxiety and OCD.
In sessions, we’ll work together to design values-based exposures, develop tools to quiet the noise of anxiety and OCD, cultivate self-compassion, and celebrate wins by acknowledging every small step towards recovery as moments of joy and empowerment.
We can do hard things!
My ideal client is someone who’s ready to feel more balanced and in control, even if they’re not sure where to start. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, OCD or perfectionism, trauma, or challenges with focus and follow-through. I also support women navigating sexual concerns and parents who want to feel more confident and effective.
What they all have in common is a desire to feel calmer, more connected, and more capable in their daily lives. Together, we work to untangle the thoughts and habits that keep them stuck and build practical tools for lasting change.
My ideal client is someone who’s ready to feel more balanced and in control, even if they’re not sure where to start. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, OCD or perfectionism, trauma, or challenges with focus and follow-through. I also support women navigating sexual concerns and parents who want to feel more confident and effective.
What they all have in common is a desire to feel calmer, more connected, and more capable in their daily lives. Together, we work to untangle the thoughts and habits that keep them stuck and build practical tools for lasting change.
I’m Dr. Deena Melika, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Virginia and California. I specialize in supporting adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. I also have extensive experience supporting parents of children with ASD, ADHD, ODD, anxiety, and depression, helping you develop strategies and self-care practices so you can more effectively support your loved ones. I know how overwhelming and isolating these challenges can feel, and my goal is to help you uncover the patterns that fuel your distress, develop practical coping strategies, and build on your existing strengths to foster greater resilience.
I’m Dr. Deena Melika, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Virginia and California. I specialize in supporting adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. I also have extensive experience supporting parents of children with ASD, ADHD, ODD, anxiety, and depression, helping you develop strategies and self-care practices so you can more effectively support your loved ones. I know how overwhelming and isolating these challenges can feel, and my goal is to help you uncover the patterns that fuel your distress, develop practical coping strategies, and build on your existing strengths to foster greater resilience.
W. Tracy Atkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Please note that I am only doing telehealth right now, I do not file insurance claims for clients (but can provide the information needed to do so), my current fee is $200 per session, and I am only licensed to work with Virginia residents. If you are outside of Virginia and would like to work with me as a life coach, please let me know in your inquiry.
Please note that I am only doing telehealth right now, I do not file insurance claims for clients (but can provide the information needed to do so), my current fee is $200 per session, and I am only licensed to work with Virginia residents. If you are outside of Virginia and would like to work with me as a life coach, please let me know in your inquiry.
I use individualized treatments, including CBT and ERP, to help clients reduce anxiety, break unhelpful patterns, and build practical coping skills.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and families with OCD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use, addiction, including gambling, cell phone and technology, and school challenges. If you or your child are struggling with relationships, behavioral concerns, worry, productivity, or overwhelming stress, I’m here to help.
I use individualized treatments, including CBT and ERP, to help clients reduce anxiety, break unhelpful patterns, and build practical coping skills.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and families with OCD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use, addiction, including gambling, cell phone and technology, and school challenges. If you or your child are struggling with relationships, behavioral concerns, worry, productivity, or overwhelming stress, I’m here to help.
I specialize in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and use my extensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) to address the issue.
Whether you’ve tried therapy before or this is your first time, the process of choosing a therapist and getting started can feel overwhelming. It’s daunting, but important, as I believe the fit between client and therapist is one of the most important parts of treatment. I look at therapy as a partnership and try to adapt my therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel both validated and challenged. Everyone should have an environment where they feel comfortable discussing their thoughts and processing their emotions free of any judgment.
I specialize in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and use my extensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) to address the issue.
Whether you’ve tried therapy before or this is your first time, the process of choosing a therapist and getting started can feel overwhelming. It’s daunting, but important, as I believe the fit between client and therapist is one of the most important parts of treatment. I look at therapy as a partnership and try to adapt my therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel both validated and challenged. Everyone should have an environment where they feel comfortable discussing their thoughts and processing their emotions free of any judgment.
I obtained my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. I believe that working collaboratively with the client and building an authentic rapport is critical to the counseling relationship. I want to provide an empathetic and warm space that allows an individual to slow down and name the heartaches, pain, and difficulty they are experiencing. My desire is each individual will find therapy as a soft landing spot to be seen and known.
I obtained my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. I believe that working collaboratively with the client and building an authentic rapport is critical to the counseling relationship. I want to provide an empathetic and warm space that allows an individual to slow down and name the heartaches, pain, and difficulty they are experiencing. My desire is each individual will find therapy as a soft landing spot to be seen and known.
Let me pour you a cup of tea, coffee or water and let's talk! Do you feel that you are sometimes living day by day going through the same routine wondering if all the work you are putting in is going to have any purpose? Or do you get home and feel like ou are living with your partner who feels more like a roommate rather than a significant other and have lost the fire you once had? We have all had these questions come through our head and these instances of anxiety, doubt and difficulty with relationships. I am here to guide you through an enriching therapeutic experience that will challenge those thoughts.
Let me pour you a cup of tea, coffee or water and let's talk! Do you feel that you are sometimes living day by day going through the same routine wondering if all the work you are putting in is going to have any purpose? Or do you get home and feel like ou are living with your partner who feels more like a roommate rather than a significant other and have lost the fire you once had? We have all had these questions come through our head and these instances of anxiety, doubt and difficulty with relationships. I am here to guide you through an enriching therapeutic experience that will challenge those thoughts.
Hi, my name is Sharon. I’m a military spouse of 26 years and counting, with 17 years of experience in the mental health field. Traveling the country and meeting people from all walks of life helped solidify my passion and desire to help others achieve their personal self-care goals and become the best versions of themselves. Caring for others is my small way of helping to make a difference in the lives of others during these challenges times. I believe in treating the whole person, the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects.
Hi, my name is Sharon. I’m a military spouse of 26 years and counting, with 17 years of experience in the mental health field. Traveling the country and meeting people from all walks of life helped solidify my passion and desire to help others achieve their personal self-care goals and become the best versions of themselves. Caring for others is my small way of helping to make a difference in the lives of others during these challenges times. I believe in treating the whole person, the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects.
As a collaborative therapist, my focus is on meeting the client where they are and helping them identify goals in treatment that will allow them to achieve optimum functioning in their lives. I have had experience in a variety of treatment settings which allows me to work with clients presenting with an array of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, life transitions, existential crisis, exploring spirituality, grief and loss, low self-image, and health concerns. I also enjoy working with individuals looking to find meaning and a sense of connection in their lives.
As a collaborative therapist, my focus is on meeting the client where they are and helping them identify goals in treatment that will allow them to achieve optimum functioning in their lives. I have had experience in a variety of treatment settings which allows me to work with clients presenting with an array of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, life transitions, existential crisis, exploring spirituality, grief and loss, low self-image, and health concerns. I also enjoy working with individuals looking to find meaning and a sense of connection in their lives.
I am passionate about helping individuals and families break the cycle of anxiety and OCD through evidence-based approaches (e.g., CBT, ERP).
Battling with OCD and anxiety can make you feel stuck. You may feel trapped by routines and rituals you know don’t make sense but feel compelled to do anyway—just in case. You may be avoiding activities you know deep down aren’t dangerous, but the risk feels too great to approach the situation. Your mind is likely racing with all the worst-case-scenarios that you just can’t seem to quiet. Or perhaps you’re a parent watching your child struggle with these issues; and no matter how many times you reassure your child, you just can't seem to help them break this cycle.
I am passionate about helping individuals and families break the cycle of anxiety and OCD through evidence-based approaches (e.g., CBT, ERP).
Battling with OCD and anxiety can make you feel stuck. You may feel trapped by routines and rituals you know don’t make sense but feel compelled to do anyway—just in case. You may be avoiding activities you know deep down aren’t dangerous, but the risk feels too great to approach the situation. Your mind is likely racing with all the worst-case-scenarios that you just can’t seem to quiet. Or perhaps you’re a parent watching your child struggle with these issues; and no matter how many times you reassure your child, you just can't seem to help them break this cycle.
My ideal client is a child, teen, or young adult who is navigating emotional, behavioral, or school-based challenges. As a Licensed Psychologist, I provide compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to individual strengths and needs for various conditions. Many families also want help navigating school supports like 504 Plans or IEPs so their child can succeed academically, emotionally, and socially. I love school advocacy. I offer individual therapy, parent support, and school consultation. Together, our goal is to reduce stress, be supportive, enhance relationships, and build skills tailored to the individual.
My ideal client is a child, teen, or young adult who is navigating emotional, behavioral, or school-based challenges. As a Licensed Psychologist, I provide compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to individual strengths and needs for various conditions. Many families also want help navigating school supports like 504 Plans or IEPs so their child can succeed academically, emotionally, and socially. I love school advocacy. I offer individual therapy, parent support, and school consultation. Together, our goal is to reduce stress, be supportive, enhance relationships, and build skills tailored to the individual.
Are you experiencing a recent loss, nagging worries, sadness that you can’t shake, trauma, or are you feeling stuck in a pattern that doesn't serve you any longer? As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, my role is to help you overcome setbacks that have led to depression, PTSD, and anxiety. I treat individuals, couples, and groups. I’d love to help you get unstuck, move past old hurts, and grow with understanding and compassion for yourself. Let me help you let the past go.
Are you experiencing a recent loss, nagging worries, sadness that you can’t shake, trauma, or are you feeling stuck in a pattern that doesn't serve you any longer? As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, my role is to help you overcome setbacks that have led to depression, PTSD, and anxiety. I treat individuals, couples, and groups. I’d love to help you get unstuck, move past old hurts, and grow with understanding and compassion for yourself. Let me help you let the past go.
I provide high-quality, evidence-based care to individuals and families, specializing in ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders, disruptive behaviors, and interpersonal challenges across the lifespan. I have a particular interest in applying cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for ADHD across all stages of life, including within couples. Additionally, I support caregivers in building effective strategies to create lasting, positive change at home. As a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) therapist, I offer specialized support to reduce child behavioral problems and strengthen parent-child relationships.
I provide high-quality, evidence-based care to individuals and families, specializing in ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders, disruptive behaviors, and interpersonal challenges across the lifespan. I have a particular interest in applying cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for ADHD across all stages of life, including within couples. Additionally, I support caregivers in building effective strategies to create lasting, positive change at home. As a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) therapist, I offer specialized support to reduce child behavioral problems and strengthen parent-child relationships.
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Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.