Trauma Focused Therapists in Richmond, VA

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.

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.

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.

Se habla español. Welcome, I am a DBT practitioner and I approach each session with curiosity to confidently assess symptoms, establish treatment goals, and create a team dynamic. I use a feedback-informed approach ensuring a togetherness on treatment direction and goals. As a Level 3 DBT provider, I treat teens/adults struggling to regulate intense emotions; self-harm; intense relationships; suicidality; depressed mood; and negative thinking. As a trained trauma therapist I also support teens/adults overcome trauma symptoms through trauma-based processing including trauma narrations.

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.

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 teens and adults 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, or maybe it is something entirely different. Either way, you are on the right track, therapy is an amazing tool at every life stage.

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.

My philosophy as a mental health clinician is that the individuals I work with are the expert of their own lives. As we all know, hardships are sometimes unavoidable and we all will need help at one time or another to navigate difficult situations. As a social worker by training, my belief is that ‘helping’ is my expertise; my goal is to give you the assistance you need to maintain balance. My passion for being an advocate for change, paired with professional training in trauma-focused treatment gives me a unique opportunity to assist the people I work with and to feel empowered to handle their own lives.

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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!

It's 2022 and the power of the internet is at our finger tips. Whether you are using your phone, a laptop, or a desktop computer, you will be able to be seen at this practice. The focus of being a teletherapist is to be accessible for you. Have a lunch break? Working from home yourself and need a session? You don't even need to leave your home. I am a trauma focused therapist providing treatment to individuals who struggle with anxiety, sadness, depression, fatigue, or life stressors.

Are you not feeling like yourself? Have you been feeling “stuck”, have you experienced emotional or relational trauma, struggle with Depression, or engage in self-criticism; I can help. As a therapist, I created a space where you can and heal and just BE. While in therapy, you will overcome trauma, manage your depression/ anxiety, walk away from self-criticism and lean towards self-compassion and self-love. While my specialties include trauma, self-love, and depression, I enjoy working with millennial women of color who experience anxiety, find it hard to manage life transitions and adjustment, stress, and chronic health issues.

We don't have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to. - Brene Brown

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.

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.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Trauma Practitioner (CTP) with a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. I'm also certified in mindfulness based stress reduction. I have 10+ years experience working in a variety of settings to include an employee assistance program, community based services, and a residential facility for emotionally and behaviorally disturbed youth. I work with survivors of trauma and adults in individual therapy, as well as individuals who are polyamorous.

I am called to journey alongside those that are brokenhearted, wounded, rejected, abandoned, lost, unloved, violated, bitter, misunderstood, misused and abused. To assist in restoring hope, health, wholeness, trust & transformation from the inside out by being present. I work with clients who are suffering from anger, depression/anxiety, negative modes of thinking, stress, trauma(s), low self-esteem/confidence, grief & loss, identity, generational patterns, negative word curses, negative judgments & inner vows, etc... I serve individuals (adults, youth & teens), families, couples, veterans, churches, leaders & the community.

I provide a caring, empathic and nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your current life challenges, as well as address past issues that concern you. I look forward to working with you in your desire and search for more understanding and insight. My office is conveniently located in downtown Richmond.

Here’s the truth about life: it is uncomfortable. It is uncomfortable and tough and hard and chaotic and we sometimes lose ourselves in it. But life is also growth, discovery, surprise and relationships. Life is emotions - so many emotions - that are sometimes too much to handle. If you want a therapist who will help guide you towards your emotional, mental and physical goals, while also meeting you where you’re at without judgment (I am also a human in this chaotic world and it’s hard) then I am likely a good fit for you.