Portuguese-Speaking Therapists in Richmond, VA
WEVolve Counseling Services oferece terapia em portugues para adultos, pessoalmente ou on-line. A minha missao e ajudar pessoas a superarem obstaculos e a aprenderem a lidar de forma adequada com emocoes negativas. Eu trabalho com clientes de differentes culturas, lidando com problemas como ansiedade, depressao, luto, trauma, e problemas do dia-a-dia, como mudancas repentinas de vida, problemas de relacionamento, entre outros.
WEVolve Counseling Services oferece terapia em portugues para adultos, pessoalmente ou on-line. A minha missao e ajudar pessoas a superarem obstaculos e a aprenderem a lidar de forma adequada com emocoes negativas. Eu trabalho com clientes de differentes culturas, lidando com problemas como ansiedade, depressao, luto, trauma, e problemas do dia-a-dia, como mudancas repentinas de vida, problemas de relacionamento, entre outros.
I’ve had the opportunity to work and live with people from various cultural
backgrounds throughout my life. This lived experience has provided me with the fundamental belief that everyone has the strength needed for positive growth and change. My focus as a therapist is to help you identify your needs while encouraging the positive change you are seeking. I understand that pain in life is unavoidable and am here to help guide you through it. As your therapist I will offer clear, open communication to create a supportive and non-judgmental space to process life's stressors.
I’ve had the opportunity to work and live with people from various cultural
backgrounds throughout my life. This lived experience has provided me with the fundamental belief that everyone has the strength needed for positive growth and change. My focus as a therapist is to help you identify your needs while encouraging the positive change you are seeking. I understand that pain in life is unavoidable and am here to help guide you through it. As your therapist I will offer clear, open communication to create a supportive and non-judgmental space to process life's stressors.
Paula Schoenau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CGP, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23223
I provide trauma-informed care to people experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. I work with clients on developing a treatment plan and establishing achievable goals together - YOU are the expert on yourself, right? I encourage clients to develop a toolbox with coping skills that will help deal with moments of struggle, and increase self-love and self-acceptance.
I provide trauma-informed care to people experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. I work with clients on developing a treatment plan and establishing achievable goals together - YOU are the expert on yourself, right? I encourage clients to develop a toolbox with coping skills that will help deal with moments of struggle, and increase self-love and self-acceptance.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
I can provide counseling in Portuguese and English.
Seeking help can feel overwhelming and scary, and learning a little about me and my views on the counseling process can help you decide if I am the right fit for you. As a humanist counselor, I provide a holistic, collaborative approach, emphasizing the inherent worth and potential of each individual. I create an inclusive, empathetic environment, focusing on self-awareness, empowerment, and resilience. I support clients facing systemic oppression, gender-based challenges, and identity issues using various therapeutic techniques like mindfulness, CBT, DBT, solution-focused and somatic experiencing to meet each client's unique needs.
I can provide counseling in Portuguese and English.
Seeking help can feel overwhelming and scary, and learning a little about me and my views on the counseling process can help you decide if I am the right fit for you. As a humanist counselor, I provide a holistic, collaborative approach, emphasizing the inherent worth and potential of each individual. I create an inclusive, empathetic environment, focusing on self-awareness, empowerment, and resilience. I support clients facing systemic oppression, gender-based challenges, and identity issues using various therapeutic techniques like mindfulness, CBT, DBT, solution-focused and somatic experiencing to meet each client's unique needs.
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Parenthood, and the journey to becoming a parent, is a time of profound change—often beautiful, often challenging, and rarely simple. Alongside moments of joy and connection, many people experience overwhelm, sadness, confusion, or a quiet sense of grief. So much is changing at once—our bodies, our identities, our relationships, and our sense of what we imagined life would look like. For some, this journey includes infertility, pregnancy loss, or complicated parenthood paths. If you find yourself feeling disconnected, stuck, or not quite like “you,” you are not alone.
Parenthood, and the journey to becoming a parent, is a time of profound change—often beautiful, often challenging, and rarely simple. Alongside moments of joy and connection, many people experience overwhelm, sadness, confusion, or a quiet sense of grief. So much is changing at once—our bodies, our identities, our relationships, and our sense of what we imagined life would look like. For some, this journey includes infertility, pregnancy loss, or complicated parenthood paths. If you find yourself feeling disconnected, stuck, or not quite like “you,” you are not alone.
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationship? Struggling to communicate with your partner? Overwhelmed by parenting challenges or your child’s needs? Maybe you're simply longing for a safe, non-judgmental space to heal from past wounds. You're not alone and help is within reach.
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationship? Struggling to communicate with your partner? Overwhelmed by parenting challenges or your child’s needs? Maybe you're simply longing for a safe, non-judgmental space to heal from past wounds. You're not alone and help is within reach.
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Muitas pessoas que procuram terapia estão conseguindo lidar com a vida por fora, mas internamente se sentem sobrecarregadas, exaustas ou presas. Algumas estão passando por transições como mudanças de relacionamento, divórcio, mudanças de carreira ou burnout, e buscam recuperar equilíbrio e clareza. Outras percebem que foram fortes por muito tempo, mas agora sentem o peso emocional desse esforço e desejam apoio para entender o que estão vivendo e como isso impacta suas vidas.
Muitas pessoas que procuram terapia estão conseguindo lidar com a vida por fora, mas internamente se sentem sobrecarregadas, exaustas ou presas. Algumas estão passando por transições como mudanças de relacionamento, divórcio, mudanças de carreira ou burnout, e buscam recuperar equilíbrio e clareza. Outras percebem que foram fortes por muito tempo, mas agora sentem o peso emocional desse esforço e desejam apoio para entender o que estão vivendo e como isso impacta suas vidas.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or the impact of past experiences, and unsure where to begin. Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what you’re going through, and begin to feel more grounded and connected to yourself.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or the impact of past experiences, and unsure where to begin. Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what you’re going through, and begin to feel more grounded and connected to yourself.
I provide therapy in English, Spanish, Portuguese and French to adults/young adults.
I believe in helping those who come to my office with compassion and understanding in an atmosphere conducive towards healing, where there is no room for judgment or criticism. In psychotherapy, my clients find an opportunity to develop inner strength, improve self esteem and become empowered by exploring issues that are unresolved and making the necessary changes that add meaning to their lives. It is a journey of self-discovery for clients who are willing to take the necessary steps towards self-awareness, mood-regulation and self-actualization.
I provide therapy in English, Spanish, Portuguese and French to adults/young adults.
I believe in helping those who come to my office with compassion and understanding in an atmosphere conducive towards healing, where there is no room for judgment or criticism. In psychotherapy, my clients find an opportunity to develop inner strength, improve self esteem and become empowered by exploring issues that are unresolved and making the necessary changes that add meaning to their lives. It is a journey of self-discovery for clients who are willing to take the necessary steps towards self-awareness, mood-regulation and self-actualization.
If you are stuck in your career or are wondering whether it's time for a change, I know I can help. I bring to my clients the wisdom from the successes I've had as a Harvard MBA, as an advertising executive with one of America's top advertising agencies, as president of an innovative not-for profit, and as a successful entrepreneur. I also have a strong clinical background of 30 years in private practice as a licensed psychotherapist. This variety and breadth gives me a unique ability to view problems from multiple perspectives, creating strategically sound, actionable solutions.
If you are stuck in your career or are wondering whether it's time for a change, I know I can help. I bring to my clients the wisdom from the successes I've had as a Harvard MBA, as an advertising executive with one of America's top advertising agencies, as president of an innovative not-for profit, and as a successful entrepreneur. I also have a strong clinical background of 30 years in private practice as a licensed psychotherapist. This variety and breadth gives me a unique ability to view problems from multiple perspectives, creating strategically sound, actionable solutions.
I have a multicultural background and I am trilingual, providing services in English, Portuguese, and Italian to clients with a wide variety of behavioral, chemical, and mental health diagnoses.
I am passionate about helping individuals heal from the impact of trauma, addiction, and compulsive sexual behavior— deeply connected struggles that can quietly affect self-worth, relationships, and emotional well-being. Many who deal with pornography, fantasy, or other out-of-control behaviors carry unresolved pain or stress beneath the surface. I offer a safe, judgment-free space to explore these patterns, understand their roots, and build stronger, healthier ways of coping—so you can regain clarity, connection, and a sense of control in your life.
I have a multicultural background and I am trilingual, providing services in English, Portuguese, and Italian to clients with a wide variety of behavioral, chemical, and mental health diagnoses.
I am passionate about helping individuals heal from the impact of trauma, addiction, and compulsive sexual behavior— deeply connected struggles that can quietly affect self-worth, relationships, and emotional well-being. Many who deal with pornography, fantasy, or other out-of-control behaviors carry unresolved pain or stress beneath the surface. I offer a safe, judgment-free space to explore these patterns, understand their roots, and build stronger, healthier ways of coping—so you can regain clarity, connection, and a sense of control in your life.
Our clients want a therapist who is empathic, supportive, and meets them where they are. They seek a safe space to feel heard, build skills, and make progress at their own pace. We thoughtfully match clients with clinicians based on needs and preferences, offering personalized care to support growth, healing, and lasting change—in person or virtually.
Our clients want a therapist who is empathic, supportive, and meets them where they are. They seek a safe space to feel heard, build skills, and make progress at their own pace. We thoughtfully match clients with clinicians based on needs and preferences, offering personalized care to support growth, healing, and lasting change—in person or virtually.
I am a resident in counseling with 3 years of experience supporting teens, young adults, and adults through challenges related to identity, life transitions, self-worth, addiction recovery, and emotional wellness. I’m passionate about helping clients uncover their inner guidance, develop a strong sense of self, and navigate the complexities of everyday life with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose.
I am a resident in counseling with 3 years of experience supporting teens, young adults, and adults through challenges related to identity, life transitions, self-worth, addiction recovery, and emotional wellness. I’m passionate about helping clients uncover their inner guidance, develop a strong sense of self, and navigate the complexities of everyday life with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose.
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Master’s degree in Exceptional Student Education and extensive experience in ABA therapy and ESE education, I understand the unique challenges families face when raising children with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. My work is grounded in both clinical expertise and real-world experience, allowing me to support children and families with compassion, structure, and evidence-based strategies tailored to their individual needs.
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Master’s degree in Exceptional Student Education and extensive experience in ABA therapy and ESE education, I understand the unique challenges families face when raising children with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. My work is grounded in both clinical expertise and real-world experience, allowing me to support children and families with compassion, structure, and evidence-based strategies tailored to their individual needs.
We provide services in English, Spanish & Portuguese.
**Accepting new clients via teletherapy. Immediate availability.** Life can be so overwhelming and we can feel so alone. At Thrive have devoted ourselves to helping people navigate their lives to feel happier and more fulfilled. We help individuals gain insight and live fuller & more authentic lives. We provide compassionate, supportive and confidential care to children, adolescents, college-aged, adults and couples. We specialize in providing relief from anxiety, depression, loss & grief and trauma. We also help with issues related to life transitions and acculturation issues.
We provide services in English, Spanish & Portuguese.
**Accepting new clients via teletherapy. Immediate availability.** Life can be so overwhelming and we can feel so alone. At Thrive have devoted ourselves to helping people navigate their lives to feel happier and more fulfilled. We help individuals gain insight and live fuller & more authentic lives. We provide compassionate, supportive and confidential care to children, adolescents, college-aged, adults and couples. We specialize in providing relief from anxiety, depression, loss & grief and trauma. We also help with issues related to life transitions and acculturation issues.
She is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.
All of us have the ability and desire to heal and lead meaningful, fulfilling, lives. However, at times we need professional help to overcome devastating feelings and life events.
Dr. Artico has over 20 years of experience helping couples, adults and teens become who they were meant to be. She is the director of Gainesville Family Counseling, has taught at George Mason University, and is the author of the book Latino Families Broken by Immigration. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), has advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT), clinical supervision, and sandtray therapy.
She is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.
All of us have the ability and desire to heal and lead meaningful, fulfilling, lives. However, at times we need professional help to overcome devastating feelings and life events.
Dr. Artico has over 20 years of experience helping couples, adults and teens become who they were meant to be. She is the director of Gainesville Family Counseling, has taught at George Mason University, and is the author of the book Latino Families Broken by Immigration. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), has advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT), clinical supervision, and sandtray therapy.
She is fluent in English and Portuguese.
Luciana offers culturally sensitive psychotherapy to children who may struggle with anxiety, behavioral issues, learning and intellectual disabilities, and school challenges. She utilizes a strength-based approach to help children understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and their body’s physical reactions. Children can develop and strengthen their self-confidence, impulse control, and coping skills through this holistic process. Luciana incorporates strategies from various therapy modalities to encourage emotional awareness, regulation, and expression.
She is fluent in English and Portuguese.
Luciana offers culturally sensitive psychotherapy to children who may struggle with anxiety, behavioral issues, learning and intellectual disabilities, and school challenges. She utilizes a strength-based approach to help children understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and their body’s physical reactions. Children can develop and strengthen their self-confidence, impulse control, and coping skills through this holistic process. Luciana incorporates strategies from various therapy modalities to encourage emotional awareness, regulation, and expression.
I am also proficient in Brazilian and Continental Portuguese.
I have over twenty-five years of experience in the mental health field, and more than twelve years as a licensed professional counselor. I am a licensed professional counselor in the states of Virginia and Georgia. I am also a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Certified Counselors. I have worked with adults, children, and families in private to non-profit settings, specializing in clientele dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma. My therapeutic approach involves modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and Positive Psychology.
I am also proficient in Brazilian and Continental Portuguese.
I have over twenty-five years of experience in the mental health field, and more than twelve years as a licensed professional counselor. I am a licensed professional counselor in the states of Virginia and Georgia. I am also a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Certified Counselors. I have worked with adults, children, and families in private to non-profit settings, specializing in clientele dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma. My therapeutic approach involves modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and Positive Psychology.
Seeking therapy is difficult, and on top of that, trying to find the right therapist by clicking through profiles is daunting. Life sometimes presents us with challenges that leave us feeling out of control and unable to move forward. Therapy is about learning to speak about these issues, expressing your feelings, and learning healthy tools to cope and regain control. I bring experience working with diverse populations and issues, such as life transitions, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and career issues. As an immigrant, I understand the complexities of balancing cultures, navigating environments, and striving for success.
Seeking therapy is difficult, and on top of that, trying to find the right therapist by clicking through profiles is daunting. Life sometimes presents us with challenges that leave us feeling out of control and unable to move forward. Therapy is about learning to speak about these issues, expressing your feelings, and learning healthy tools to cope and regain control. I bring experience working with diverse populations and issues, such as life transitions, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and career issues. As an immigrant, I understand the complexities of balancing cultures, navigating environments, and striving for success.
