Trauma Focused Therapists in Richmond, VA
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Kimberly A Hines
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. I consider therapy to be my life's work and find it an honor to be entrusted with being a vessel for others each day. I have vast experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. I specialize in working with issues related to adoption, foster care, sexual abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, attachment, depression, anxiety as well as grief and loss. I am passionate and committed to my work with children, adolescents and their families.

Neva S Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I use treatments that have scientific evidence of being effective, like
trauma focused
-cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, somatic therapy and ecotherapy (meeting in the park for a walk).
I don't believe in practicing from a distance, I bring my real self into the room in an accessible and open way. I am wholeheartedly invested in the people I work with and believe that therapy works best when it's a collaborative process. Ultimately, you just want a therapist who gets you, and I get that. I know it is a daunting task to select someone to support your mental health needs and for me no one is "just a client." I would be honored to work with you. My clinical specialization is Trauma.

Sarah Nieburg
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LMHP-S
Verified
Verified
Look, we all can agree on one thing in this day and age: the struggle is real. In a world that is fast-paced and overworked, we often forget to process what is happening externally and how it is affecting us internally. And if we don't have the right tools to handle big stressors or major life events, it can be even more difficult to deal with what comes our way. Whatever your struggle is, I'm here to help.

Dionne Dauphin Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Dr. Dionne Dauphin Green. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of experience. I focus on the family, including adults and children, using cognitive behavioral and trauma-focused therapy to help my clients to obtain a clearer perspective on life. I have experience in working with adults and children with a history of inpatient mental health treatment, substance abuse, and crisis management. I have also worked alongside families and children in the juvenile justice system.
Waitlist for new clients

Jasmine Cupin-Davenport
Resident in Counseling, MS
Verified
Verified
My interest in the counseling field includes play therapy and
trauma focused
interventions.
A little about me - I am a Resident in Counseling at WHO Counseling Services. I have experience working with children and adults in both the behavioral and the mental health field. I am experienced in working with substance abuse and mood disorders (depression, anxiety, etc.). I specialize in working with children ages 4 to 10 years old.

Kelsey Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
You pour your morning coffee and stare off. "This is fine," you tell yourself. But this is not fine. Life feels like a gigantic dumpster fire. You're not alone: I've been there, too. Your story is sacred and deserves to be heard, held, and believed. For the past 6 years, I have supported folks who have survived traumas like domestic violence, sexual assault, and traumatic grief in finding more confidence, balance, and comfort. I especially enjoy working with folks who are questioning their sexuality or their religious beliefs.

Nidhi Tewari Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Adolescence and adulthood are challenging, and coping with trauma, depression, and anxiety can make life even tougher. You may struggle to balance the demands of work/school, relationships, and family, and you may be realizing that something needs to change.
Taking the first step towards change can be daunting, but I am here to walk alongside you in your journey. My laid back, non-judgmental, compassionate, and humorous demeanor allows us to work collaboratively to resolve your challenges. I believe that you have the tools to heal within you, and I can give you the skills to harness your power.

Edythe Bouldin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, PhD
Verified
Verified
Hello!!! Are you looking to experience therapy and have fun at the same time. If so, you have found the right therapist as I love humor and I am down to earth. My history of mental health counseling includes over 7 years of working with individuals, families, and children from many diverse backgrounds and I earned a PhD in human services with a concentration on family interventions and family studies. I am a therapist who provides a comfortable, safe environment where you can trust me to maintain professional boundaries, and support you with making healthy decisions as you move forward in life.

Kara Tracy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Kara! Working together, we'll build a collaborative, supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship to help you establish, maintain, and achieve your mental health and life goals. We'll create a personalized treatment plan that meets your specific needs, utilizing various therapies to help create a calmer sense of self within.
Not accepting new clients

Pablo Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Se habla español. Welcome, I approach each session with curiosity to assess symptoms, establish goals, and create a team dynamic. I use a Feedback-Informed approach to support goals, outcomes, and the therapeutic relationship. As a Level 3 DBT provider, I treat teens/adults with Borderline Personality Disorder and individuals struggling to regulate intense emotions; self-harm; intense relationships; suicidality; depressed mood; and negative thinking. As a certified trauma therapist I also support teens/adults overcome trauma symptoms through trauma-based processing including trauma narrations.
Waitlist for new clients

Mackenzie Coulson
Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I use a combination of
trauma focused
approaches, parts work, and EMDR with a holistic model.
Hey, my name is Mackenzie, but you can call me Max (I'm not much for formalities)! I'm glad you are here. I help women who struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma to improve their quality of life. I am passionate about supporting people in overcoming barriers to living the way you want to live. You may be looking for support in building confidence and setting boundaries, you may be looking for support in processing past trauma in a safe space, you may be looking to connect with your inner child, or maybe it is something entirely different. Either way, you are on the right track, therapy is an amazing tool at every life stage.
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Nicole Sirko
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Everything can feel overwhelming during difficult times. Perhaps you've noticed that you have a short fuse lately. Maybe the demands of caregiving, a recent stressful event or unresolved past difficulties taught you to think that you aren't deserving. Our response to stress can range from difficult to debilitating if we don't have the tools to manage it. I have over 18 years of experience in the therapy profession with the goal of helping you understand yourself more deeply, identify those self-defeating thoughts that may be holding you back and better cope with change.

Tiffany Tait
Resident in Counseling, MC, ASDI
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Tiffany Tait, MC, ASDI, Resident in Counseling. Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Informed counselor. sees clients ages: 10- elderly. Virtual/teletherapy. Areas of focus: Autism, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, attachment concerns, foster/adoption.
Trauma focused
, multicultural and inclusive approach. Clinical approaches: CBT, ACT, DBT, bibliotherapy and more. Currently offering Group Counseling: Grief Support Group (Virtual, Adults), Game-Based CBT Group (face-to-face, Kids, Tweens, Teens)

Heather Cash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over ten years of experience working with adults, teens, couples and families. Many of those years were spent in a trauma setting doing crisis intervention and trauma-focused care. I also have experience with anxiety, depression, abuse, grief, LGBTQA+ related issues, family/relationship conflict and substance use disorders. I use a person-centered approach to therapy and will use a variety of techniques depending on your needs.
Waitlist for new clients

Johnathan Crawford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Congratulations on taking the first step toward healing! Choosing a therapist can be difficult and it's important to find the right fit for you or your child. I love working with children and adolescents using play therapy, sand tray, and other modalities. I also enjoy working with adults who are on their journey to healing from traumatic experiences and attachment wounds. If you would like to discuss your particular situation to determine if we are a good fit for one another, give me a call or email. Most of all, best of luck with your journey!

Jacquelyn E Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I utilize evidence based treatment modalities including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy,
Trauma Focused
Therapy (CPT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness practices.
Inner peace comes when we accept ourselves, live in the present, find hope for the future and consciously choose how we respond to the world around us. My framework is whole person centered (biological, psychological, social and spiritual), strengths based and collaborative. Our laughter is healing, our tears are cleansing, and our human diversity is amazing!
Office is near:
Richmond, VA 23220 & Online
Waitlist for new clients

Niti Patel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with teens and adults, including those who have experienced trauma and relational wounds. Other areas of interest include working with LGBTQ communities, 1st and 2nd generation immigrants, as well as exploring the impact of generational trauma, identity development, and grief and loss.
Office is near:
Richmond, VA 23220 & Online
Waitlist for new clients

Tika Trotter-Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
No matter who you are or where you are in life, it has it's challenges! Don't go it alone! I'm passionate about creating the space for you to be your authentic self while helping you take steps to live your best life. I provide creative interventions for youth (8-18), especially those involved in court services, school disciplinary action, foster care, or have had traumatic experiences. I also work directly with families to help create the communication and atmosphere they desire. I help adults find purpose and direction, as well as strategies for managing depression, anxiety, life's stressors and transitions.

Laura E. Wagner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I work primarily from a relational-interpersonal perspective yet also can offer additional specialized
trauma focused
evidenced-based treatments as well.
I only provide Telehealth services due to COVID-19. I am a Licensed Clinical psychologist who completed clinical training at Duke University, Harvard Medical School's Victims of Violence Program and at the University of Massachusetts and UNC-Chapel Hill. I provide highly specialized treatments for traumatic stress (posttraumatic stress disorders), grief/loss, major depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I am trained in several highly specialized, evidenced-based therapies that have scientific research supporting their efficacy. I have also worked extensively with college students and physicians coping with burnout.

Joan Daly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have been trained in
Trauma Focused
Cognitive Behavior Therapy and have provided services in a wide range of settings.
Have you had difficulty finding solutions that work for you, maintaining relationships or make positive changes? A good match between client and therapist is the key to a productive therapeutic experience - this is the foundation for self-discovery and personal growth. I am comfortable addressing a broad range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family and relationship conflict, work stress and symptom management.
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What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.